BBC SPORT ASKED OUR THOUGHTS ABOUT NELSON SEMEDO'S DEPARTURE, HERE'S WHAT WE SAID...
Nelson Semedo’s departure from Wolves is finally official, but it’s been shrouded in uncertainty for far too long. For weeks, fans waited for clarity, knowing the end was coming but not exactly when or how. That drawn-out farewell overshadowed what should have been a straightforward and fitting goodbye for a player who gave so much.
Semedo arrived from Barcelona in 2020, and while he faced adjustment periods, he soon built a reputation for reliability, commitment, and professionalism.
On the pitch, his overlapping runs, defensive reliability, and adaptability through several managerial changes stood out. Off the pitch, his work ethic and leadership – especially as captain – won genuine respect.
Through turbulent seasons and changing squads, Semedo’s consistency anchored Wolves’ right side. He quietly put in the work, handled media and club business with dignity, and never allowed contract speculation to affect his game.
Time and again, he left every ounce of effort on the pitch, week in and week out, embodying what fans expected of the Old Gold.
But the drawn-out uncertainty around his contract did the club and supporters no favours. Everyone knew a decision was looming, yet weeks passed without answers – turning a proud exit into a long goodbye that dragged on.
Fans, and likely Semedo himself, deserved better.
Now as he moves on, Wolves are left without a trusted, steady presence in defence and the dressing room. The club faces another rebuilding phase, having lost not just a player, but a leader and symbol of resilience during tough seasons.
Semedo departs with the respect and thanks of fans who watched him give his all, and with hope that his next chapter brings deserved fulfilment. His presence will be missed, but his professionalism and commitment set an example that future Wolves signings should emulate.
Now, Wolves face a real gap – not just in terms of a right-back, but also in overall squad depth and experience. As things stand, there’s no obvious successor in place. Losing key players and not signing strong replacements is a recipe for trouble in the Premier League, where every weak link is punished.
Fans know that with the current squad, the club risks being outplayed and outmatched.
Wolves must act fast and smart in the transfer market. The time for hesitation is over. If the club doesn’t invest and bring in quality signings, the threat of a tough season – and another relegation battle – grows more real. The fans want ambition, not just survival, and that means planning better for departures like Semedo’s.
