Wolves forward Fer López is close to sealing a loan move back to Celta Vigo, with talks in the final stages and a deal seen as imminent. The 21-year-old Spaniard only joined Wolves last summer, but he has struggled for minutes in the Premier League. Sources say the loan will run until the end of the season, giving him a chance to play regularly at his old club.
The news broke from transfer reporter Fabrizio Romano, who posted on X that negotiations with Wolves are well underway. He called it a straight loan, no option to buy included. Local reporter Liam Keen from the Express & Star added that Celta made a formal offer for a loan till summer. Not everything is signed yet, but it looks likely López will head back to Spain soon.
López signed for Wolves in June 2025 from Celta Vigo in a £19 million deal. It was Wolves’ first big signing that window, after selling some players like Matheus Cunha. He got a five-year contract at Molineux.
Back then, he was coming off a decent season at Celta, where he debuted in October 2024 and scored four goals in 20 games. Wolves saw him as a versatile attacker, able to play as a winger or forward.
But things did not go as planned in England. López has barely featured this season. He came off the bench a few times, like in the loss to Arsenal last month, but no starts in the league. Wolves are in a rough spot, sitting low in the table and fighting relegation. Manager Gary O’Neil has stuck with more experienced players. López needs games to develop, and a loan makes sense for that.
Celta Vigo has shown interest for weeks. Their manager Claudio Giraldez spoke about a possible return last month. Club president Marian Mourinho said López would always be welcome.
Now, their new sporting director Marco Garcés confirmed they reached out for a loan, though he noted January deals can be tricky. Reports from Spain say Celta offered two options: a short loan to June or an 18-month one. They would pay a fee and cover most of his salary.
His agent, Jorge Mendes, plays a big role here. Mendes told Wolves that López only wants Celta if he leaves. The agent is pushing hard for the move. Wolves are taking time to think it over, more than expected. But with the window open, a decision should come soon.
Fans on X are talking about it. One post from The Wolves Report said López is talented but not ready for the Premier League yet. Regular football at Celta could help him grow. Another user, Kevin Astley, questioned why Wolves signed him if he would not play much. Comments range from disappointment to understanding the need for experience.
Celta Vigo sits mid-table in La Liga. They could use López’s skills in attack. He knows the club well, having come through their academy. A return might boost his confidence after a tough few months abroad.
Wolves have other attackers like Jorgen Strand Larsen, who also came from Celta last year. Letting López go on loan frees up space. The club might look for Premier League-experienced players instead. Earlier talks mentioned offering him to Championship teams, but Spain won out.
This is not uncommon for young players. Moving abroad can be hard, especially in a physical league like England’s. López turned 21 in April 2025. Time on the pitch at Celta could prepare him for a Wolves return next season.
For now, all eyes are on the final details. If medicals and paperwork go smooth, he could join Celta soon. Their next game is this weekend, but he might need time to settle.
The winter transfer window closes in about 10 days. Wolves fans hope this helps the team focus on survival. Celta supporters might welcome back a familiar face. López’s career is young; this loan could be a key step. Updates keep coming online. Romano’s posts get thousands of likes. It shows how fast football moves. In the end, this deal looks set to happen. López heads home for now, but his Wolves chapter is not over.
