Paul Gladon reveals John de Wolf advice after signing for Wolves
New signing Paul Gladon has revealed a former Wolves cult hero played a key role in him moving to Molineux.
The 24-year-old Dutch striker has become Wolves ninth signing of the summer – and eighth since Fosun's £30million takeover – after moving from Heracles for £1m.
And Gladon, speaking after signing a three-year contract (Wolves have the option of an extra season) said he sought advice from former Wolves defender John de Wolf before making his decision to leave Heracles.
De Wolf played for Wolves from 1994 to 1996 and is fondly remembered by fans. The former Dutch international defender has also made recent visits to Molineux and speaks highly of the club.
Gladon said: "I'm a striker but John DeWolf was my defensive trainer at my old club, Sparta Rotterdam.
"He's a very nice guy. He told me some stories about the club and said if you get the chance to go to Wolves then you must take the first aeroplane – don't think about it."
Gladon scored four times for Heracles last season and had notched three in five appearances in the new campaign.
He said of his Molineux switch: "I'm very happy to be a Wolves player.
"I'm very impressed with the facilities. The difference between here and the Netherlands is big. It's fantastic.
"I spent some time at the stadium yesterday and it looks fantastic. I can't wait for our first home game.
"It was an easy decision to make to come here.
"The people are very nice, it's a good club for me to be at and I'm very happy with it."
How would Gladon describe his playing style?
"I'm a striker that likes to work hard, I think my speciality is heading the ball," he said.
"Hopefully the supporters will see what my qualities are.
"I've been asked to do my best for the club, to work hard.
"There are a lot of matches in the season so there will be chances and I hope to be important for the club.
"In my eyes, England is the country of football and if you can play there then it's fantastic.
"Of course I would like to play in the Premier League, it's the first league in England. I hope we can be promoted to the Premier League this year."
