What happened? Wolves are reportedly eyeing Estoril midfielder Jordan Holsgrove, who has been priced at £3million. The 26-year-old has also been linked with Charlton Athletic and German outfits Werder Bremen, FC Augsburg, and Hamburg. Meanwhile, Harrogate Town winger Reece Smith is set to undergo a medical with Walsall, according to journalist Pete O'Rourke. Smith has been in talks with Walsall since earlier this summer and is on the cusp of completing his switch to Bescot. The 24-year-old joined Harrogate in the summer of 2025 and has since made 52 appearances for the club, scoring three goals and providing seven assists. He previously played for Maidenhead United, where he scored 23 goals and set up 17 more in 162 games.

Why it matters for Walsall The transfer news could provide a boost to Walsall's chances of survival in League Two. The club currently sits 13th in the table, 22 points behind leaders Bromley, and has struggled with recent form, losing four consecutive matches. A signing like Holsgrove or Smith could help Walsall turn their season around.

What comes next? Walsall will be eager to complete the signing of Smith, who is reportedly on the cusp of completing his switch to Bescot. The club will also be hoping that Holsgrove's transfer is finalized, although it remains to be seen whether the 26-year-old will be able to make an immediate impact. League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 13th in League Two, 65 pts, 18W-11D-17L from 46 games, recent form LLWLL. Goals this season: 56 scored, 56 conceded (0 goal difference). Title race: 22 points behind leaders Bromley. Last result: Bromley 3-1 Walsall (2026-05-02). Recent form (last 5): 1W-0D-4L (LLLLW, most recent first). Lost the last 4.