Ex-AVFC employee: Mane 'pushing' to leave Wolves - 'I expect him to go'

Ex-AVFC Employee: Mane 'Pushing' to Leave Wolves - 'I Expect Him to Go'

Mateus Mane, the 18-year-old Wolves sensation, is reportedly pushing to leave the club amid interest from top Premier League sides, according to a former Aston Villa employee cited by Football Insider.

The Portuguese-born wonderkid, who joined Wolves from Rochdale's academy in 2024, has burst onto the scene this season with two goals and two assists in just ten Premier League appearances. His recent form—scoring in Wolves' last two matches, including a clinical finish against Everton and a debut senior goal versus West Ham—has made him undroppable under manager Rob Edwards. Edwards praised Mane's "bravery, intelligence, enthusiasm, and technical quality," noting his infectious energy and leadership qualities at just 18.[2][4]

Despite Wolves languishing at the bottom of the Premier League and facing potential relegation to the Championship, Mane has expressed happiness at Molineux in interviews, crediting the welcoming environment and his grassroots roots in Portugal and Manchester for his rapid rise. He recently told Football Unfiltered: "I’ve noticed that I’m helping the team... We’re going to fight until the end."[4]

However, Chelsea, Arsenal, and Tottenham have all enquired about the youngster, with Chelsea particularly keen on future talents despite a quiet January window. TEAMtalk reports Mane is in no rush to depart, but the former AVFC insider claims he is now actively pushing for an exit, predicting: "I expect him to go."[1] Wolves may need to convince him to stay for further development, especially if relegation looms, as interest intensifies from clubs eyeing his "big-game mentality."[2]

With Wolves preparing for Newcastle and broader squad unrest—including potential exits for Hwang Hee-chan and Joao Gomes—the teen's future hangs in the balance amid their fight for survival.[3] (298 words)