New Wolves manager Vitor Pereira is optimistic about guiding the Premier League strugglers to safety. The Portuguese coach took over from Gary O’Neil and is determined to lead the team to success despite their current position in 19th place, five points away from safety.
Pereira, who joins from Al-Shabab in Saudi Arabia on an 18-month contract, is excited about his first game against Leicester on Sunday and is focused on instilling confidence and unity in the team.
He emphasized the importance of creating a tactical identity for Wolves and expressed his eagerness to work with the talented players at the club.
Welcome to Wolves, Vitor 🤝
— Wolves (@Wolves) December 19, 2024
Premier League a big draw
Pereira acknowledged the challenge ahead of him but expressed his excitement about managing in the prestigious Premier League. He sees it as a great opportunity to work with top-level players and compete against elite teams and managers.
Cunha to play?
Regarding key player Matheus Cunha’s availability following a recent FA charge, Pereira stated that a decision had not been made yet. He highlighted the importance of confidence, results, and team improvement for Wolves to succeed.
Wolves January plans
Pereira hinted at potential activity in the January transfer window but emphasized the need to assess the current squad first. He stressed the importance of understanding the players’ personalities and needs before making any decisions.
Nelson captaincy
When asked about Nelson Semedo’s captaincy, Pereira praised the player’s character but mentioned the importance of studying the team dynamics before deciding on the captaincy. He emphasized the need to gather information before making any leadership decisions.