Midlands | Can Rob Edwards save Wolves from relegation?

Rob Edwards faces a daunting challenge.

James Connolly gives us the fan perspective of another managerial change in the Premier League 

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Rob Edwards must establish firm and transparent expectations with the club’s owners, Fosun. Clarity over the club’s structure and transfer strategy is essential, with the immediate focus on building a reliable spine capable of steadying performances when standards drop.

Reinstating confidence and belief is the next task. The squad appear devoid of both, yet the quality remains to turn the situation around. The current problems are not rooted in ability but in a lack of conviction and direction, and that must be addressed swiftly.

The fundamentals need rediscovering. Stop conceding, and results will follow. Edwards must settle on a defensive unit and allow it time to find rhythm. The repeated reshuffling has only deepened uncertainty.

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Ladislav Krejci’s situation highlights that issue. Constantly shifted between midfield and defence, he has been unable to find consistency. A £30m central defender should be used where he is strongest, either at the heart of the back line or in a deeper sweeper role, distributing and driving play from behind.

In attack, Wolves lack invention and movement. There is too much hesitation, too little risk. Edwards must use Jackson Tchatchoua’s pace to stretch opposition defences, freeing players from rigid defensive responsibilities and encouraging more direct, ambitious play.

Goals are born of pressure and chaos, not endless sideways passing. Crosses, second balls, and intent are needed to reintroduce a sense of danger in the final third.

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Stability is non-negotiable. Edwards must identify his best eleven quickly and stick with it. Constant rotation has eroded cohesion. Players need to operate in their natural positions, where they feel most assured, if short-term results are to improve.

Leadership remains a glaring weakness. Great teams have strong voices, yet Wolves have already cycled through five captains this season. One figure must take the armband and set the standards on and off the pitch.

Molineux must also become a place opponents fear again. Reconnecting with a disillusioned fanbase is vital, as their backing will determine whether Wolves stabilise or spiral further.

Above all, the uncertainty around ownership cannot be ignored. Fosun preach prudence, but supporters yearn for ambition. Wolves need a coherent vision and a manager empowered to deliver it. Without that unity, relegation will not simply be a threat on the horizon – it will be a destination drawing ever closer.