Wolverhampton Wanderers have parted ways with head coach Vítor Pereira following Sunday’s 3–0 defeat to Fulham, a result that extended the club’s winless run in the Premier League.
The decision came after a disastrous start to the campaign, with Wolves losing eight of their first ten matches. The move is particularly surprising given that Pereira had only recently signed a new four-year deal at the start of the season.
Executive chairman and owner Jeff Shi thanked Pereira for his contribution but admitted the club could no longer afford to wait for results to improve.
“Vítor and his team worked tirelessly for Wolves and helped guide us through a challenging period last season, for which we are grateful. Unfortunately, the start to this season has been a disappointment, and despite our strong desire to give the head coach time and matches to find an improvement, we have reached a point where we must make a change,” Shi said.
Pereira, in a farewell statement, expressed appreciation for his time at Molineux.
“It has been a privilege to manage Wolverhampton Wanderers and experience unique moments with this club and its supporters. I would like to thank the club’s owners for their trust, the players for their hard work and commitment over these months, and all the staff for making me feel part of the family. I wish the club all the best for the rest of the season.”
Among those most affected by the managerial change is Nigerian striker Tolu Arokodare, one of Pereira’s notable summer signings. The 23-year-old forward has struggled for game time, making just three starts in nine matches and scoring twice, with both goals coming in the EFL Cup.
With Pereira gone, Arokodare’s future could take a new direction depending on the incoming coach’s plans. The change in management might offer him a fresh opportunity to fight for a place in the starting XI as Wolves seek to climb out of the relegation zone.
For now, under-21 boss James Collins and under-18 coach Richard Walker will oversee first-team duties and could be in charge for Saturday’s crucial home fixture against Chelsea.
Wolves are already considering potential replacements, with former Bournemouth manager Gary O’Neil and Middlesbrough’s Rob Edwards among the leading candidates, though any move for Edwards would require significant compensation.
As Wolves navigate this turbulent phase, all eyes will be on who takes the reins next and whether the managerial reset can reignite both the club’s fortunes and Arokodare’s Premier League ambitions.
