Wolverhampton Wanderers are ready to do business in the January transfer window as Paul Lambert starts to reshuffle the pack and add his own personal stamp on the Wolves squad.

Ben Marshall has been identified as a potential target and they have recently seen a £1m bid for the winger turned down by Blackburn Rovers.

Paul Lambert previously worked with Marshall when the Wolves boss was managing Blackburn so he knows what he's about.

Marshall's contract runs out next summer and Blackburn have tried to tempt him with a new deal but the 25-year-old has turned it down.

And recent reports have suggested that Blackburn won't sell him for any less than £2m.

But, in my opinion, Wolves need to get this deal over the line before anyone else comes in for Marshall.

They should pay the £2m and land their man as the first January signing at the club.

Here are 3 reasons why.

Versatile

Ben Marshall primarily operates as a right winger.

However, he can also play on the left flank as well as in the centre of midfield and just behind the striker.

But in addition to that, he has also played at right back for large stints in his career and this versatility makes him a very useful asset to any Championship side.

Experienced

 

Despite being just 25-years-old, Marshall has vast experience of senior football, especially at Championship level.

He played over 50 games for Leicester at this level and has played almost 150 games for Blackburn since joining in 2013.

As well as that, he has the experience of being a Manchester United trainee as a youngster and a former England under-21 international.

Cheap

In the current climate - and especially in the January transfer window - £2m for a player of Ben Marshall's quality is an absolute bargain.

Because his contract is due to run out in the summer, Blackburn are being forced into cashing in on their star man for less than his market value.

Wolves should bid the £2m immediately and conclude the deal as that is a snip in today's game and other clubs will be alerted to this cheap deal.

 

Wolves fans - would you spend £2m on Marshall? Is this a bargain? What can he add to the team? Let us know in the comments below...