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Hwang Hee-chan receives 'love calls' from Europe's top leagues, including the EPL and La Liga; plans for the new season expected to take shape by next week

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Hwang Hee-chan has effectively parted ways with Wolverhampton. /AFPBBNews=NEWS1
Hwang Hee-chan has effectively parted ways with Wolverhampton. /AFPBBNews=NEWS1

Hwang Hee-chan (30), whose departure from Wolverhampton of England's Football League Championship (second division) is now virtually confirmed, continues to attract interest from top European clubs. Based on multiple offers already received by the player's side, he is currently reviewing terms and conditions. Projections suggest details regarding his plans for the new season could emerge as early as next week.

According to sources involved in the European transfer market on the 14th, Hwang Hee-chan is deeply contemplating various offers from top European clubs while deciding his future for the upcoming season. Unless there is a major surprise, parting ways with his current club, Wolverhampton, appears inevitable. Having been relegated to the Championship, Wolverhampton must release high-salary players, and Hwang, who falls into that category, is highly likely to leave the club depending on its financial situation.

With two years remaining on his contract, he could theoretically continue with the team by accepting the guaranteed high salary. However, out of consideration for the club's circumstances and in pursuit of a larger stage, Hwang Hee-chan is preparing for a transfer. As reported locally, it is true that he has been training with Wolverhampton's under-21 (U21) squad rather than the first team ahead of the new season kickoff. This does not carry negative connotations such as "the club wants you to leave on your own." Rather, given his active consideration of multiple transfer offers, there is no compelling reason for him to train with the first team at this time.

The 2026 CONCACAF Nations League Group A qualifier match between South Korea and Mexico was held on the 19th (Korean time) at Estadio Akron in Guadalajara, Mexico. Hwang Hee-chan is seen competing for the ball with Mexico's Pineda. /Photo=Kim Jin-kyung kim.jinkyung@
The 2026 CONCACAF Nations League Group A qualifier match between South Korea and Mexico was held on the 19th (Korean time) at Estadio Akron in Guadalajara, Mexico. Hwang Hee-chan is seen competing for the ball with Mexico's Pineda. /Photo=Kim Jin-kyung kim.jinkyung@

A transfer market official told StarNews, "Hwang Hee-chan has no intention of playing in the second division and is known to have already received transfer offers from numerous top-flight clubs across Europe." The official added, "Clubs from various top leagues—including the English Premier League (EPL), Spain, Germany, Italy, Portugal, and Turkey—are interested in signing Hwang Hee-chan. We understand he is carefully reviewing multiple offers."

In his search for a new team, Hwang Hee-chan has prioritized securing consistent playing time over personal conditions such as salary. Having reached the prime years of his career as an attacker, he seeks a club where he can serve as a key player and regularly feature on the pitch.

Having already experienced Europe's top leagues for six consecutive seasons—including Germany's Bundesliga and the EPL—along with his versatility to play across all attacking positions, Hwang Hee-chan remains an attractive prospect in Europe. The official noted, "We expect details about Hwang Hee-chan's next club to become clear as early as next week."

The 2026 CONCACAF Nations League Group A third-round qualifier match between South Korea and South Africa was held on the 25th (Korean time) at Estadio BBVA in Monterrey, Mexico. After conceding an early goal in the second half, South Korea lost 0-1 to South Africa and finished third in the group. In the second half, Hwang Hee-chan is seen battling hard for the ball. 2026.06.24. /Photo=Kim Jin-kyung kim.jinkyung@
The 2026 CONCACAF Nations League Group A third-round qualifier match between South Korea and South Africa was held on the 25th (Korean time) at Estadio BBVA in Monterrey, Mexico. After conceding an early goal in the second half, South Korea lost 0-1 to South Africa and finished third in the group. In the second half, Hwang Hee-chan is seen battling hard for the ball. 2026.06.24. /Photo=Kim Jin-kyung kim.jinkyung@

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