Vitor Pereira Becomes Wolves’ New Head Coach
Wolverhampton Wanderers have officially appointed Vitor Pereira as their new head coach on an 18-month contract.
His extensive resume includes success across multiple countries, with league titles won in Portugal, Greece, and China, making him one of the most experienced recruits in club history.
A Proven Winner
At 56, Pereira takes on his first Premier League challenge with Wolves. His illustrious managerial career began in 2004, and he has since led high-profile clubs, including FC Porto, Olympiacos, and Shanghai SIPG. At Porto, Pereira achieved back-to-back Primeira Liga titles between 2012 and 2013, losing just one league game across two seasons. In Greece, he delivered another league win and a domestic cup trophy for Olympiacos. At Shanghai SIPG, he claimed the Chinese Super League title in 2018, solidifying his reputation as a coach capable of delivering in tight competitions.
Linking Past and Future
Pereira has strong ties to key Wolves players, including midfielder Joao Gomes, who briefly worked with him at Flamengo, and former Wolves player Romain Saiss. These connections offer promising synergy as Pereira sets out to guide Wolves through a challenging season. Wolves’ chairman Jeff Shi emphasized Pereira’s leadership skills and winning experience as critical assets in creating a fresh direction for the team.
Defensive Fixes and Pragmatic Play
Taking over after Gary O’Neil’s exit, Pereira inherits a team struggling defensively, despite showing offensive potential this season. His pragmatic, adaptable tactics will aim to solidify the defensive backline while maintaining Wolves’ scoring momentum. Sporting director Matt Hobbs expressed confidence in Pereira’s ability to bring out the team’s best while looking towards strategic recruitment during the January transfer window.
A New Chapter
Pereira’s journey from Porto’s youth system to leading powerhouse clubs worldwide speaks volumes about his capabilities. Wolves fans now eagerly look forward to witnessing his influence as the club aims for stability and progress in the Premier League.
This Saturday, Wolves face Leicester City, marking Pereira’s debut as head coach. All eyes will be on how his expertise transforms the team’s dynamics on and off the pitch.
JEFF SHI
“We are delighted to welcome Vitor Pereira to Wolves as the new head coach of our men’s first-team. Vitor is a highly respected and experienced coach who has achieved success across different leagues and will bring a new approach for the test ahead.
“This is a challenging moment for the club, and we want to thank Vitor for taking on this responsibility. We have full confidence in his ability to guide us back on track, alongside the players and staff, and the entire club will be united in supporting him to achieve success.”
MATT HOBBS
“Vitor is a highly experienced and accomplished head coach who has demonstrated his ability to succeed at the highest level. His personality, desire and leadership qualities stood out to us during this process, and we’re excited to see how he applies his expertise here at Wolves.
“I’m looking forward to working closely with Vitor and his team on a daily basis, supporting them in every way possible – from getting the maximum out of our staff at Compton, to recruitment in the upcoming transfer window – as we work together to strengthen the squad and achieve our collective goals.”