Dave share his thoughts on Wolves ahead of the 2024/25 season
Wolves supporters are buzzing, and it’s been a while since we last witnessed this level of anticipation! Gary has Wolves’ purring nicely, we look like a team that could push on. On the whole, the friendlies have unveiled a new side to Wolves, with a higher pressing game and plenty of energy. With new recruits and returning players, the squad now looks much stronger. Yerson Mosquera seems a strong candidate to replace Max Kilman, although we will still need one more in this department. I’m predicting a top ten finish and a push for a European spot.
Portuguese winger Rodrigo Gomes is a savvy acquisition by Matt Hobbs. He shares many traits with Pedro Neto. Rodrigo is quick and skilled, similar to Neto, but perhaps more adaptable and comfortable on either wing. He’s already scored a few goals in pre-season. He’s definitely one to watch and my pick for our standout signing and breakout star.
Gary O’Neil seems very happy at Wolves, and his newly extended contract provides the club with essential leadership stability. There’s been talk of him for the England job, and rightly so. He’s proven himself as a strong leader and smart strategist. Gary has managed the squad with skill, and seems to have rejuvenated many players returning from loan spells, if he continues in this vain then things look bright.
Switching to a back four might make us more defensively exposed, but this doesn’t overly concern me. Wolves have standout players highly regarded by other clubs. Keeping players like Joao Gomes and Rayan Ait-Nouri is crucial, as any last-minute departures on deadline day could ruin our season’s prospects. Wolves aren’t finished with their transfer dealings, and hopefully, some smart additions to the squad will improve our position compared to last season
