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England football sides Hull City and Blackburn Rovers are reportedly interested in a loan move for Wolves striker Leon Chiwome.
The 18-year-old Zimbabwean, born abroad, recently signed a new deal until 2028, with the club holding the option for a further 12 months.
He made his senior team debut last season, and according to Givemesport.com, the two Championship sides are looking to take him on board on a season-long loan deal. The publication adds the Zimbabwean prospect might find it difficult to get game time at the English Premier League side, and the club might allow him to play regularly in the second tier.
But Wolves will have a clear picture after assessing Chiwome during pre-season and a decision will be taken in the coming weeks.
Chiwome made his senior debut at Wolves in March in the Emirates FA Cup quarter-final encounter against Coventry City.
Chiwome was named on the bench in the match and came on as a second half substitute. He was introduced in the 58th minute to replace Nathan Fraser as Wolves lost 3-2 to bow out of the tournament.
The 18-year-old’s senior team debut came just two weeks after he got his first match day squad appearance. The Warriors prospect becomes the latest Academy player at Wolves to make his debut this season. Fellow Zimbabwean Tawanda Chirewa made his senior debut at the club in the same competition in January.
Chirewa was later promoted to the senior team and is now a regular in squad.- www.soccer24.co.zw
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