Wolves banter 6

10 Jun 2026 18:10:24
Depending on his actions between now and the start of the new season - Shi may be the beauty or the beast.

10 Jun 2026 20:17:33
If the rumours coming out of Portugal have any basis in fact, it may be the latter.
Personally, I think the rumoured interest in Gil Vicente manager Cesar Peixoto is a bit premature, but I wouldn't rule it out if the first few games go the same way as the last few.
Nathan does seem to be on the ball and keen to make this work, so with a new team in place it will be down to RE to engineer results.

If not, there'll be nowhere to hide.
Coherent succession planning is vital, so if things don't start well I wouldn't rule anything out at this stage, as this fella could well be waiting in the wings.

10 Jun 2026 18:05:51
I've posted before. Glad to see Jiminez back but are Wolves going to get rid if Tolu. Imo yes and sign a younger striker who can score goals and compliment Jiminez and Armstrong. Plus a midfielder or 2. Doyle is not good enough; sell and buy better.

Plus thoughts on Cirkin LB played for Sunderland free transfer injured last season. Could be a decent option if fit, plus championship expereance, plus Hugo and Wolfe could both leave.

10 Jun 2026 17:34:11
I haven't posted for a while, simply because last season knocked the stuffing out of me.
However, the signings of Trippier and Raul have perked me up. More to follow hopefully. It would be a nice gesture if The South Bank chanted Nathan Shi's name during the season's opening match at Molineux.

10 Jun 2026 18:13:57
Bit early for me. Let's see how first 10 games go.

10 Jun 2026 18:15:49
Nice to see you back, Lost. As for the chanting, I think we may need to exercise some caution for the time being. It's been a good start to the window, but it means absolutely nothing if we don't have a good season. Also, worth noting here that the last window was an absolute disgrace, so I'm not entirely sure that two decent signings make up for raising the white flag and accepting relegation back in Jan, does it? Respect is earnt, not given.

If Nathan wants respect, he needs to make sure we are in one of the top two places this time next season. Then maybe we can talk about chants. I didn't see anyone asking for chants for Jeff last time we were in the Championship? At the time he'd managed to talk Neves and Jota to walk away from the Champions League to play in the Championship, which, let's be honest, was actually even more impressive!

10 Jun 2026 19:20:07
Just watched Raul Jiminez's 50 Wolves goals compilation on YouTube, and I can understand the excitement around his return, which is why I believe they've brought him back; the fans need something.
So let's just hope he can bring some of that form to the Championship. Understandably, he lost some of it following his injury, and it has to be said that the quality of service he got from the players we had back then helped.
That left me reflecting: 1) Let Raul take the penalties.

2) Build a team, particularly with wingers who can cross a ball, set up to attack. 3) How much I loved that plain black strip with the gold edging.
So far, the window has been encouraging in its content, but of equal importance is the speed at which the Club have started it. Indicative of intent, yes, I think, in fairness it is, so let's just hope Re can take advantage of the support he is apparently getting.

10 Jun 2026 20:21:44
Thanks, Bullys. Fair point.

10 Jun 2026 12:41:10
What a bloke Armstrong is, proper team player. He has just tweeted this for Raul. "Number 9 is all yours legend! Looking forward to sharing the pitch and changing room with you!"

10 Jun 2026 15:15:01
I'm buzzing that Raul is back. Best week in ages.

10 Jun 2026 15:21:17
Adam Armstrong will improve infinitely with Raul next to him. Raul's work rate is legendary, as is Armstrong's, so they're going to be a handful for Championship teams.

10 Jun 2026 16:53:40
I've read today that Wolves might change manager. Anybody heard anything else, or is it bull s***?

10 Jun 2026 17:25:26
Also, would anyone welcome back Boly and Traore.

10 Jun 2026 17:25:26
No smoke without fire.
Is Re on his bike?

10 Jun 2026 17:59:37
No to both Boly and Adama, especially Adama. Nothing but a speed merchant, and he couldn't wait to leave.

10 Jun 2026 18:18:20
Boly not now!! & Traore wouldn't listen to any offers from Wolves about his contract, so a big no for him.

10 Jun 2026 09:23:23
Seen the pics this morning of Raul wearing the new Wolves shirt, and not going to lie it brought a tear to my eye. What a signing. Raul is nothing less than a legend at Wolves, and the first 26/27 "Si Senor" at the Molineux will probably take the roof off the South Bank.

I'm going to spend this evening watching Raul's Wolves goals, especially the goal at Molineux when Wolves lost 2-1 to Liverpool. One of the best goals I've ever seen - a goal that shows just how good Raul is.

10 Jun 2026 10:28:49
Imagine if the first game of the season is at home, against Sandwell Town.

10 Jun 2026 10:51:12
Or first game of the season at home against Boro? Baggies and Boro, our new sparring partners. Twelve points for us against them this season will do nicely.

10 Jun 2026 10:55:19
At this rate, if we get any more former players back, our walk on music will be
The boys are back in town.

10 Jun 2026 11:08:23
We just need Riban back and I will explode.

10 Jun 2026 11:56:32
Who's Riban?

10 Jun 2026 12:16:40
I took Raul coming back with a pinch of salt, until I saw him in the shirt. Great signing. He won't play every game, but 46 plus cup games is a packed schedule, and having him will definitely help the squad.

I was fortunate enough to bump into Raul outside the ground once.

He's a nice guy, and regardless of how many he scores for us, we know he will give his all for the club.

There's a lot to do to repair the damage of last season, but no one can argue signing Raul and Trippier is a decent start to that journey. Hopefully the intention continues.

10 Jun 2026 07:41:49
Raul - Forward
Trippier - Defence

I really hope they consider:

Ross Barkley - Midfield

Then we would have experience/Premiership know how in every position.

Barkley may be hit or miss for some but he's out of contract - why not!!

Then think of building depth.



Jordan James would be steal and that goalie from Sunderland, and another striker to replace Tolu.


If Krejci/Mosquera/Toti all stay and we're lucky enough to keep Santi I think our defence will cope fine.

10 Jun 2026 08:36:03
I think that Barkley would be a great addition.

09 Jun 2026 23:58:56
Wolves have confirmed that Raul Jimenez will wear the number nine shirt, saying Adam Armstrong was happy to vacate the number upon hearing of Jimenez's return.

10 Jun 2026 06:04:23
Now, this is a very long shot, and very unlikely, but just imagine if Nathan Shi somehow managed to get Ruben Neves back on a season-long loan.

10 Jun 2026 09:24:29
I would bet money that if Wolves are promoted, Ruben Neves will come back to Wolves.

09 Jun 2026 23:27:45
Si Senor.

Raul is back.
Seems to all be shaping up nicely.

10 Jun 2026 07:40:42
Has Fosun woke up and seen exactly what has happened. 2 great signings, happy with both. Let see some more signings. Neves on a season loan maybe now that would be great.

09 Jun 2026 18:56:35
Great signings so far.
Raul back.
Now I would like to see McAtee from Forest + decent goalkeeper.

09 Jun 2026 19:29:37
Agree, Moby. McAtee would be good, along with GK, but we still need a target man, main striker. Raul is not a 46 game man in the Championship.

09 Jun 2026 18:08:53
Regardless of what we all think of Rob and his management and playing style, I am happy with the signings of Raul and Trippier. We need experience as well as younger players.
New GK is also much needed. Good to see signings in early as well.
Many more players to move over the summer but positive signs compared to recent transfer windows.

09 Jun 2026 21:45:18
I understand that RE did inherit a poisoned chalice of a squad, Banksy, which may have impacted on our playing style somewhat. So, if he does want to play an attacking game (music to my ears), let's all hope the new squad is put together in such a way to deliver that.
It does seem different, having activity so early in the window, unlike under Jeff, so was he the real villain of the piece and not Fosun? Personally, I'm beginning to believe he was, as they had no choice but to let him run the show, albeit for too long.

Nathan, on the other hand, seems to be listening to those who are more football savvy, with surprisingly pleasing results so far.
Let's all hope we can start looking forward not only to the weekend again, but also an improvement in the club's off the pitch management as well.
As you say, positive signs so far, so let's hope it is the start of a new era.