Gomes is reportedly on the verge of leaving Wolverhampton Wanderers to join Aston Villa in what would be a significant Premier League transfer.
The Brazilian midfielder has been a key figure for Wolves since his arrival, but it appears his future now lies elsewhere in the top flight.
Aston Villa have been active in the transfer market and adding a combative, dynamic midfielder like Gomes would strengthen their engine room considerably.
Wolves, who have endured a difficult period in recent seasons, now face the prospect of losing one of their most influential players to a direct rival.
The move would represent a step up for Gomes in terms of ambition, with Villa competing at a higher level of the table than Wolves in recent campaigns.
Villa manager Unai Emery has built a reputation for developing players and getting the best out of technically gifted, high-energy midfielders.
Gomes fits that profile well, having demonstrated his ability to break up play and drive forward with the ball in his time at Molineux.
For Wolves, the sale could be financially beneficial, allowing them to reinvest in rebuilding their squad during what remains a challenging period for the club.
However, losing Gomes to a side that Wolves regularly compete against in the Premier League will inevitably be a blow to supporters at Molineux.
The transfer window in 2026 has already produced several high-profile moves, and a deal for Gomes would add another notable chapter to what has been a busy period of activity.
Whether the move is finalised in the coming days remains to be seen, but both clubs are reportedly progressing discussions with a deal appearing increasingly likely.
