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Jorgen Strand Larsen - Suffers Achilles injury Strand Larsen missed Saturday's 3-2 defeat against Everton due to a minor Achilles injury, coach Vitor Pereira said in a press conference. "Jorgen got a kick in the game against B...

Impact Strand Larsen is dealing with a minor Achilles injury that could become serious if it is not taken care of, according to his coach. Reports suggested that the striker could be faking the injury due to ongoing rumors over a potential move away from the Wolves, but in the end he really has an injury that requires attention. If Strand Larsen remains at the club, he will hope to recover during the international break to be back available for the Wolves against the Magpies on Sept. 13.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Hugo Bueno - Forced off injured Bueno (undisclosed) had a decent outing in Saturday's 3-2 loss against Everton but was forced off in the second half due to an injury, according to Nathan Judah.

Impact Bueno contributed decently in Saturday's game despite the loss with five tackles, three crosses and two interceptions but ended his shift in a sad way after being forced off due to an apparent injury. That said, if he cannot recover in time during the international break, his absence will not force any changes in the starting XI since he has started only one of the first three Premier League matches this season.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

'I'm not Messi': Rodri says his return won't automatically solve Man City's problems

Ballon d'Or winner Rodri insists his return to fitness will not automatically turn Manchester City into the dominant force of old

AUGUST 31 • Associated Press

Ki-Jana Hoever - Ruled out Saturday Hoever (knee) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Everton.

Impact Hoever will miss Saturday's match against the Toffees as he continues to recover from a knee injury. While the issue was not considered serious, the club has opted against rushing him back. Further evaluation is expected before clearing him for a return.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Jorgen Strand Larsen - Ruled out against Everton Strand Larsen (undisclosed) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Everton.

Impact Strand Larsen is not in the squad for Saturday's clash with Everton, officially due to a small injury, though reports have linked his absence to possible transfer negotiations. His unavailability forces Wolves to consider alternate options in the attack, such as using Jhon Arias in a false nine role until they find a new striker.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Everton FC vs. Wolverhampton Wanderers Prediction, Odds, Picks - Aug 30

Preview the matchup between Everton FC and Wolverhampton Wanderers with predictions, odds, over/under, betting lines and more.

AUGUST 29 • Data Skrive

Everton FC vs. Wolverhampton Wanderers Prediction, Odds, Picks - Aug 30

Jorgen Strand Larsen - Out due to transfer status Strand Larsen (not injury related) is out for Saturday's match against Everton amid his current transfer negotiations, according to Craig Hope of the Daily Mail.

Impact Strand Larsen was a doubt to start Friday but will now fully miss out Saturday, with the forward in negotiations of a transfer after requesting out from the club earlier in the week. This will leave the club without its starting forward, something they will have to deal with anyway if he leaves the club. That said, the club will likely see Jhon Arias move to forward while Hugo Buneo joins the starting XI on the left flank.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Jorgen Strand Larsen - Dealt small injury Strand Larsen is dealing with a small injury and is questionable for Saturday's match against Everton, according to manager Vitor Pereira, per Liam Keen of the Express and Star. "H...

Impact Strand Larsen has been met with an injury this week, as the forward is dealing with a small injury. This is likely due to the forward's recent transfer request and possible move away from the club, unsure if the club will keep him in its plans. That said, he is a regular starter and would see the start if fit, with Hwang Hee-Chan as a possible replacement if Strand Larsen is left on the sidelines.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Ki-Jana Hoever - Injury deemed minor Hoever (knee) has only suffered a minor injury after going down against Bournemouth, according to manager Vitor Pereira, per Liam Keen of the Express and Star.

Impact Hoever has avoided a major injury after he went down with an apparent knee injury in their last contest, with the manager claiming his issues are "not serious." This could set him up for a return when facing Everton on Saturday. However, the club will likely need to put him through some testing, with that deciding if he can play or not.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Ladislav Krejci - Joins Wolves on loan Krejci has joined Wolves on loan from Girona for the 2025/26 season and will become a permanent Wolves player until 2030 if certain options are activated, his new club announced.

Impact Krejci has played close to 250 career matches, beginning his football journey at Zbrojovka Brno before joining Sparta Prague in 2019, where he won four titles including the Czech Cup. He debuted for the national team in 2022 and was later named Sparta captain, guiding them to a league title while earning Player of the Season. After moving to Girona, he made 36 appearances including seven in the Champions League, scored a La Liga Goal of the Month against Villarreal, and now joins Wolves after starting both of Girona's first two league matches this season. Krejci will bring a qualitative option to the backline under coach Vitor Pereira and will likely compete for a starting role moving forward.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

EPL scores: Bowen apologizes after attempting to confront West Ham fans after loss in English League Cup West Ham captain Jarrod Bowen needed to be pulled away by teammates after attempting to approach fans following a 3-2 loss to Wolverhampton...

AUGUST 26 • THESTAR.COM

EPL scores: West Ham loses in English League Cup to pile more pressure on manager Graham Potter West Ham's miserable start to the season continued Tuesday with a 3-2 loss at Wolverhampton in the second round of the English League Cup.

AUGUST 26 • THESTAR.COM

Bowen apologizes after attempting to confront West Ham fans after loss in English League Cup

West Ham captain Jarrod Bowen has had to be pulled away by teammates after attempting to approach a fan following a 3-2 loss to Wolverhampton in the English League Cup that continu...

AUGUST 26 • Associated Press

Santiago Bueno - Full 90 in Carabao Cup Bueno went the full 90 during Tuesday's 3-2 Carabao Cup win over West Ham.

Impact Bueno has fallen out of favor in the starting XI for Wolves, making just a single bench appearance in the first two league matches. He showed his ability Tuesday though, marshaling the backline and standing tall as the best defender for Wolves. He seems set for a depth role, but when he plays Bueno is still a quality defender.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

Hwang Hee-chan - Misses PK in Cup Hwang missed a penalty during the first half of Tuesday's Carabao Cup clash with West Ham.

Impact Hwang got his first start of the season in the Carabao Cup and missed a penalty. It was a poor showing all-around from the forward, who has seemingly lost his role in the Wolves starting XI. Hwang was brought off after 80 minutes during Tuesday's Cup clash, but has played just 22 minutes in the first two Premier League matches.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

Jorgen Strand Larsen - One shot on target in loss to Cherries Strand Larsen had one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Larsen started as Wolves lead striker Saturday. He had a frustrating afternoon, managing just one shot on target and was subbed after 78 minutes. Manager, Vitor Pereira, confirmed the benching stemmed from Achilles discomfort rather than form or attitude. With no goals or assists his early-season output remains below expectations, especially after his prolific performance last season where he netted 14, a club record for an EPL debutant.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Jhon Arias - No shots on target in muted performance Arias generated one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Arias made his first start of the season for Wolves Saturday. He logged one shot (off-target) but otherwise had a disappointing match, placing two crosses (neither accurate) and not registering any key passes. He was introduced as a substitute in Wolves' 4-0 loss to Man City last week, that outing offered little fantasy reward and foreshadowed another subdued performance in this match.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Ki-Jana Hoever - Day cut short Hoever was forced off the field in the 39th minute of Saturday's match against Bournemouth due to an apparent knee injury.

Impact Hoever looks to be heading towards the sidelines after starting in Saturday's contest, with the defender needing to exit in the first half with an injury that points to the knee. This is a tough development, as he has started in both games to open the season. He was replaced by Jackson Tchatchoua, a possible replacement alongside Hugo Bueno and Pedro Lima.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

Toti Gomes - Receives red card Gomes was sent off due to a straight red card in the 49th minute of Saturday's match against Bournemouth.

Impact Gomes will be sidelined for the club's upcoming match after he was sent off just following halftime. This will leave him out for the Aug. 30 match against Everton, with Santi Bueno or Yerson Mosquera as possible replacements. He will next be available to face Newcastle on Sept. 13.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

AFC Bournemouth vs. Wolverhampton Wanderers Prediction, Odds, Picks - Aug 23

Preview the matchup between AFC Bournemouth and Wolverhampton Wanderers with predictions, odds, over/under, betting lines and more.

AUGUST 21 • Data Skrive

AFC Bournemouth vs. Wolverhampton Wanderers Prediction, Odds, Picks - Aug 23

Jackson Tchatchoua - Moves to Wolverhampton Tchatchoua has agreed to a five-year deal with an option with Wolverhampton upon joining from Verona.

Impact Tchatchoua had a solid two-year run at Verona and grew a lot in the past season, tallying two goals, three assists, 34 key passes and 118 crosses (24 accurate) in 36 matches, contributing to eight clean sheets. He might quickly unseat Ki-Jana Hoever on the right wing at Wolverhampton, while Verona will have to add a new option.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Jean-Ricner Bellegarde - Whips in three crosses Bellegarde recorded one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 4-0 loss against Manchester City.

Impact Bellegarde was in the starting XI to open the campaign Saturday and was present for 73 minutes in the match, recording one shot, a chance created and three crosses in a rough match for the club. It was a tough way to start the season for the club and attacker, but he will hope to turn it around moving forward, as they did have to face one of the strongest teams in the league, looking to top his nine-goal contributions from last season.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Jorgen Strand Larsen - Four shots during defeat Strand Larsen recorded four shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 4-0 loss versus Manchester City.

Impact Strand Larsen was tasked with being the solo striker against City and did his best but was unable to scrap out a goal despite recording four shots. He will now look to turn a new leaf after the rough start, as he will want to top his 15 goals from last campaign, especially after inking a new deal ahead of the season.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Jose Sa - Brutal day against City Sa had no saves and allowed four goals in Saturday's 4-0 defeat against Manchester City.

Impact Sa was met with a tough day in net as he opened the season up against Manchester City, making no saves as he allowed four goals in the loss. This just starts what could be a rough season for the goalie unless he receives a little more help from his defense. They will now face Bournemouth in their next match, giving him a little bit of a breath and a possible chance to recover after a bad opening day.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

New signings star in Man City opening win and Richarlison shines for Tottenham

Tijjani Reijnders and Erling Haaland have starred as Manchester City has opened its Premier League campaign by crushing Wolverhampton 4-0

AUGUST 16 • Associated Press

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