The timing could hardly be more significant for Jimenez. He is preparing for another World Cup while also searching for his next club, a balancing act that will test both his ambition and his patience.
The report points to a productive season in west London, strengthening the argument that the 35-year-old still offers experience, movement and a reliable presence in the penalty area. A strong tournament with Mexico could further enhance his options, particularly if he remains central to the national team’s plans.
For now, though, his club future remains unresolved rather than officially settled in public terms.
A return to Wolverhampton Wanderers would be driven by more than sentiment. Jimenez produced some of the best football of his career at Molineux, becoming a key figure in the side that established itself in the Premier League under Nuno Espirito Santo.
His relationship with the supporters remains equally important. “I feel that the fans love me. When I was here it was really, really good. But even though I am not playing for Wolves anymore, they love me,” Jimenez said.
That bond could make Wolves an appealing destination, especially as the club prepares for life in the Championship. Yet a reunion would still depend on wages, tactical fit and whether the club sees an experienced striker as central to its rebuild.
A free transfer would give Jimenez flexibility after the World Cup, with a short-term deal or a return to familiar surroundings both plausible routes. Wolves may be the emotional favourite, but other clubs could emerge if his tournament form remains strong.
The immediate storyline is Mexico’s World Cup campaign. Once that ends, the Jimenez-Wolves possibility may finally move from “Why not?” to a genuine negotiation.