RELEGATION RESCUE OR CHAMPIONSHIP PREP? Wolves Eye Move for Bristol City Star Anis Mehmeti
By 247sportcity | Thursday, January 22, 2026
WOLVERHAMPTON – With their Premier League status hanging by a thread, Wolverhampton Wanderers have reportedly identified Anis Mehmeti as a primary January target. The Bristol City playmaker is currently one of the most productive players in the Championship, and his arrival at Molineux would signal a desperate attempt to fix the league’s most toothless attack.
Despite sitting 14 points adrift of safety with a dismal tally of just eight points from 22 matches, the Wolves hierarchy appears committed to a long-term rebuild. Whether they pull off a “Great Escape” or prepare for life in the second tier, Mehmeti is seen as the “foundation stone” for the club’s future.
The Stats: Why Wolves are ‘Registering Interest’
Anis Mehmeti has evolved into a statistical powerhouse this season. Operating primarily as a central attacking midfielder, the 25-year-old Albanian international has become the creative heartbeat of a Bristol City side chasing the play-offs.
- 14 Goal Involvements: With 8 goals and 6 assists, Mehmeti is the joint second-highest contributor in the Championship.
- The “Ipswich Town” Factor: Wolves face stiff competition. Ipswich Town, currently sitting 2nd in the Championship and charging toward the Premier League, are also desperate to land the midfielder.
- Contract Leverage: Crucially, Mehmeti is entering the final months of his deal, making him a cut-price “must-buy” for clubs looking for elite output without a massive fee.
[Table: The Creativity Gap — Why Wolves Need Mehmeti]
| Metric | Current Wolves Attack | The Mehmeti Effect (25/26) |
| League Goals | Lowest in Premier League | 8 Goals (Championship) |
| Primary Creator | Jhon Arias / Fer Lopez (Underperforming) | 6 Assists |
| Top Scorer Form | Jorgen Strand Larsen (Struggling) | Partnership with Emil Riis (Elite) |
| Tactical Fit | 3-4-2-1 / 4-2-3-1 | Fits identical system at Bristol City |
Solving the Molineux Malaise
The “Old Gold” have been plagued by a lack of composure and final-third quality all season. Summer signings Jhon Arias and Fer Lopez have failed to spark, while Jorgen Strand Larsen has looked like a “shadow of himself” since a high-profile transfer saga over the summer.
Mehmeti offers a seamless tactical transition. Bristol City currently employ a formation nearly identical to Wolves, meaning the Albanian could, in theory, step straight into the starting XI without a lengthy adaptation period.
The Verdict: A Smart Move Regardless of Division
For Wolves, this is a “no-lose” transfer. If Mehmeti’s technical quality and composure can inspire a miracle survival, he will be hailed as a savior. If the club is relegated, they secure the services of a proven Championship specialist who can lead their charge for an immediate return to the top flight.
With Ipswich Town also circling, Wolves will need to move quickly this week to ensure they don’t lose out on the division’s most exciting talent.