Mexican striker Raúl Jiménez, 35, is very close to returning to Wolverhampton Wanderers, the club where he established himself in England. According to journalist Liam Keen, negotiations have advanced and members of Wolves’ technical committee traveled to Mexico to finalize the agreement, including medical examinations.
Jiménez leaves Fulham as a free agent after the end of his contract. He spent three seasons with the London team, where he regained prominence after previous injuries. The Mexican has already accumulated remarkable spells in English football, especially during his Wolves years.
Return to Molineux with Wolves in the Championship
Wolves were relegated to the Championship in the 2025/26 season and are looking for experienced reinforcements to try to return to the Premier League. Jiménez played 166 games for the club between 2018 and 2023, scoring 57 goals and becoming a fan idol. The return represents a major reinforcement for the attack led by coach Rob Edwards.
The Mexican is going through a special moment: called up to the Mexico team for the 2026 World Cup, he should have the official announcement after the start of the competition. Reports indicate that the contract should be for two years, with the option of one more.
History of overcoming and identification with the club
Jiménez overcame a serious skull fracture in 2020 and returned to performing at a high level. His time at Wolves included notable moments, such as helping the team consolidate in the Premier League after promotion. The fans have always shown affection, even chanting his name in recent games against Fulham.
The Wolves board has already signed Kieran Trippier and is now betting on Jiménez to bring experience and leadership to the squad competing in the English second division. The return to Molineux could be the fuel for an access campaign.
What changes for the striker and the club
For Jiménez, his return offers stability and the chance to end his career in England with the affection of the fans who adopted him. For Wolves, it is a low-cost signing with high potential for immediate impact, exploiting the player’s knowledge of the club and the league.