Wolverhampton Wanderers trigger Adama Traore release clause?

Wolverhampton Wanderers have reportedly activated the £18m release clause in the contract of Middlesbrough winger Adama Traore.

The 22-year-old has also been courted by Huddersfield Town this summer, although recent reports have suggested that Boro were unwilling to entertain any offers for their key player.

According to The Sun, Wolves have now agreed to pay the £18m required for the Spaniard's signature - a fee that must be paid in its entirety up front - as they look to build a squad capable of challenging in the top half of the Premier League.

The newspaper also claims that Nuno Espirito Santo's side will offer Traore "the terms he wants", with his current Boro deal thought to be worth around £25,000 a week in wages.

Traore has been with Tony Pulis's side for two seasons, contributing three goals in 46 appearances in the Premier League and Championship.

Wolves have made a number of key signings this summer following their promotion to the top flight, including bringing in Portugal's number one Rui Patricio on a free and international teammate Joao Moutinho in a £5m deal.