Wolves sign Wales midfielder Jordan James on loan from Rennes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 7:14 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Wolverhampton Wanderers have secured the signing of Wales international midfielder Jordan James on loan from French club Rennes. The loan includes an option to buy at the season's end. James returns to England nearly two years after transferring from Birmingham City to Rennes for a reported £4 million. Last season, he had a successful loan at Leicester City, scoring 11 goals and being voted player of the season despite the team's relegation to League One. Head coach Cesar Peixoto emphasized James's qualities and Championship experience as crucial for the club's plans.
- •Jordan James joins Wolves on loan from Rennes.
- •James previously played for Leicester City last season.
- •He scored 11 goals for Leicester and was named player of the season.
- •Wolves now have four new signings this summer.
- •The loan includes an option to buy at season's end.
- 7:14 AMYahoo Sports — Wolves sign Wales midfielder James on loan
"Wolves sign Wales international midfielder Jordan James from French club Rennes on loan with an option to buy at the end of the season.
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