Raúl Jiménez Returns to Wolverhampton Wanderers on Two-Year Deal
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Mexican striker Raúl Jiménez has signed a two-year contract with Wolverhampton Wanderers, returning to the club where he previously played from 2018 to 2023.
- Jiménez scored 57 goals in 166 appearances for Wolves, becoming one of the club's most iconic modern players.
- Both the club's executive president and head coach expressed excitement about his return, highlighting his impact on the field and his connection with the fans.
Mexican forward Raúl Jiménez has officially returned to Wolverhampton Wanderers, signing a two-year contract with an option for a third season. The move marks his comeback to the club where he established himself as a key player between 2018 and 2023.
Bringing Raúl back to Wolves is a truly special moment for everyone.
During his previous tenure, Jiménez netted 57 goals in 166 appearances, earning recognition as one of the most iconic players in the club's modern history. His goal-scoring prowess was instrumental in Wolves achieving a seventh-place finish in the Premier League during his debut season and a particularly strong performance in 2019-20, where he scored 27 goals across all competitions. The club highlighted that his influence extended beyond goals, noting his resilience and determination following a severe head injury sustained in 2020.
He is not only one of the best strikers to have ever worn our gold and black shirt, but he is a player who embodies everything that defines Wolves.
Nathan Shi, Wolves' executive president, expressed his delight at Jiménez's return, calling it a "truly special moment." He described Jiménez not only as one of the best strikers to wear the club's colors but also as a player who embodies the club's spirit. Shi added that Jiménez's contributions have created "some of the best memories in our recent history" and that he remains a hero to the supporters, making his homecoming to Molineux particularly significant during the club's 150th anniversary.
We know how much he remains a hero to our supporters, so we are delighted to welcome him home to Molineux, especially during our 150th anniversary.
Head coach Rob Edwards echoed the sentiment, stating that everyone at the club is "thrilled that Raúl is here." He emphasized Jiménez's familiarity with the club, its DNA, and the standards required to play for Wolverhampton Wanderers. Edwards believes Jiménez's experience will make it easier to demand high performance from the squad. He further noted that while the signing has emotional significance, it is also a strategic decision based on the belief that Jiménez is the right player to help the team achieve its objectives, especially as they compete for promotion back to the top flight.
Everyone at the club is thrilled that Raúl is here.
Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.