Kieran Trippier has held talks with Wolves over a free transfer to Molineux in the summer, talkSPORT understands.
The Old Gold are still officially a Premier League club for one more game, where they face Burnley, before heading to the Championship next season.
Wolves have been relegated from the Premier League and planning for life in the second tier is well underway, with Rob Edwards holding talks with Trippier.
The former England international is a free agent in the summer, with his departure from Newcastle United now confirmed.
The right-back joined the Toon in January 2022, becoming the first man to join the Toon following the takeover by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund.
He played a huge role in the Magpies winning the Carabao Cup and playing Champions League football twice.
On Sunday, Wor Flags had a huge send-off for Trippier, and he will play his final match for the Magpies on Sunday at Craven Cottage against Fulham.
At the time of his departure being announced, he said: “The time has come to leave this amazing club after four-and-a-half years.
“This is where I have felt most at home. It’s emotional, and I’m really going to miss it.
“I want to say a massive thank you to the supporters for all the support through the good and the bad times for me personally. You’ve always supported me, always stood by me.
“To my teammates, it’s going to be emotional. It’s been an amazing journey with you guys.
“I’m going to miss you all, but to win a trophy with you guys was really, really special – the best of my career.
“And to the manager, Eddie Howe, all the coaching staff and the team behind the scenes, a massive thank you.
“The gaffer had the trust – twice [at Burnley previously] – to sign me, gave me the opportunity to represent and captain this great club and most importantly, we managed to win a
trophy.
“I’m going to miss everyone at the club. Thank you.”
Wolves rebuild
Ahead of a return to the Championship after a successful eight-year stay in the Premier League, Wolves are preparing for a lot of incomings and outgoings.
talkSPORT understands that Joao Gomes is close to joining Atletico Madrid for just under £40million.
The Brazil international missed out on World Cup selection, but he will be departing Molineux.
Meanwhile, former fans’ favourite Raul Jimenez has opened the door for a dramatic return.
Jimenez’s contract at Fulham is up, and he has hinted at re-joining Wolves.
Speaking on his future and asked about a Wolves return by the Express and Star, he said: “Why not? There is always a possibility. Let’s see.
“It would be nice, more after today, let’s see.
“I don’t know, maybe. But I don’t know.”