Wolverhampton Wanderers have signed Colombian winger Jhon Arias from Brazilian club Fluminense.
The 27-year-old is Wolves' second signing of the summer, after Spanish attacker Fer Lopez, as he agrees to a four-year contract with the option of a further 12 months.
Wolves announce Arias signing
Our new Co10mbian.
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He will reunite with Andre, who he played with at Fluminense, and international team-mate Yerson Mosquera.
Arias’ career so far
Arias was born on 21 September 1997 in Quibdo, Colombia and began his youth career in Mexico with Dorados and Tijuana.
He would return to Colombia in 2017 and spend the next four years playing there before moving to Brazilian side Fluminense in 2021.
Arias played a key role as he helped Fluminense win the Copa Libertadores for the first time in their history two years later.
In total, he made 230 appearances for Fluminense, scoring 47 goals.
Arias has been capped 29 times by his country and netted three goals. He was also part of the squad that reached the 2024 Copa America final.
When could Arias make his Wolves debut?
Arias could make his first appearance in pre-season against Stoke City on 26 July.
Wolves begin their 2025/26 Premier League campaign at home to Manchester City on 16 August.