Wolves Manager Julen Lopetegui Expresses Disappointment Over Lack of Transfer Activity
Wolves manager Julen Lopetegui has expressed his disappointment over the club’s lack of transfer activity this summer. The Spaniard, who took over last season and successfully saved the club from relegation, believes that the lack of backing from the board is a big disappointment.
Last season, Wolves finished 13th in the Premier League, and Lopetegui had hoped that the club would invest in new players to strengthen the squad for the upcoming season. However, the club has only made one signing so far, with former player Matt Doherty returning on a free transfer from Atletico Madrid.
Lopetegui is frustrated with the lack of support from the club’s board and believes that it is not just disappointing for him, but also for the sporting director. He had asked for reassurance from the club that they would be able to bring in more players this summer, but it seems that his requests have fallen on deaf ears.
“It is not just for me, but for the sporting director, a big disappointment,” Lopetegui said.
The manager had hoped to build on last season’s success and improve the team further. He had planned for a summer of active recruitment, but it seems that the club has failed to deliver on their promises.
“We went to a plan B, trying to think about cost-effective players, but it’s true at the moment we can’t develop this plan, too,” Lopetegui added.
Wolves have reportedly made moves for West Ham’s Aaron Cresswell and Bristol City’s Alex Scott. However, in order to raise funds for these transfers, the club had to sell star players Ruben Neves, Conor Coady, Nathan Collins, and Raul Jimenez for a total of £84 million.
In a league dominated by hyper-wealthy clubs, Wolves are struggling to compete without significant investment. Lopetegui had come to the club with a project and an idea that if they were able to save the team from relegation, they would be able to improve and compete at a higher level. However, it seems that the lack of transfer activity has hindered their progress.
The manager’s frustration is understandable, as he had hoped to build a strong squad capable of challenging for a higher position in the league. Without the necessary reinforcements, Wolves may find it difficult to achieve their goals for the upcoming season.
It remains to be seen whether the club will make any further signings before the transfer window closes. However, time is running out, and Lopetegui’s hopes of strengthening the squad may be dashed.
In conclusion, Wolves manager Julen Lopetegui has expressed his disappointment over the club’s lack of transfer activity this summer. Despite successfully saving the club from relegation last season, Lopetegui had hoped for more support from the board in terms of player recruitment. Without significant investment, Wolves may struggle to compete in a league dominated by wealthy clubs. The manager’s frustration is understandable, as he had hoped to build a stronger squad capable of challenging for a higher position in the league. It remains to be seen whether the club will make any further signings before the transfer window closes.