'Wants a bigger stage, not the English second division': Hwang Hee-chan left off the roster, transfer countdown begins... "Possibility of moving to a major league other than the EPL"

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South Korean national team striker Hwang Hee-chan (30) is set to part ways with Wolverhampton after being excluded from the squad for the league opener.

On the 15th (Korea time), Hwang was not included in the lineup for the Round 1 home match against Blackburn Rovers at Molineux Stadium in England, which ended in a 2-2 draw. This marks his second consecutive exclusion from the matchday squad, following his omission from the League Cup (Carabao Cup) Round 1 on the 7th.

Wolverhampton, relegated to the English Premier League (EPL) last season as the bottom-placed team, began the new campaign under manager Cesar Fajshou. In an interview with local media, Manager Fajshou stated, "Hwang Hee-chan is currently training with the U-21 team."

British outlet 'Football Insider' also recently reported that the relegated Wolverhampton has put Hwang Hee-chan on the transfer market and that the player himself is interested in a move.

In fact, Hwang's joining of the U-21 squad is seen not merely as a roster notification but as a procedural step toward a transfer. This outcome aligns with Wolverhampton's financial situation, which requires salary restructuring, and Hwang's desire to play on a bigger stage than the second division.

Hwang Hee-chan, under contract with Wolverhampton until 2028, scored 12 goals in the EPL during the 2023-2024 season but managed only two league goals each over the following two seasons due to frequent injuries. However, leveraging his versatility to play across all areas of the attack, he continues to receive transfer offers from numerous top-tier European clubs.

A transfer market source told StarNews, "Hwang Hee-chan is attracting interest from many first-division teams in England's EPL, as well as in Spain, Germany, and Italy."

Hwang's representatives are prioritizing securing consistent playing time over personal conditions such as salary and are reviewing multiple offers. Details regarding his plans for the new season are expected to emerge as early as next week.

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