Wolves might have narrowly escaped a costly mistake in their summer transfer chase, as one player they pursued ended up joining a Premier League rival instead.
The club has faced criticism for not signing a center-back to replace Max Kilman, who made a £40 million move to West Ham. Now, Wolves are feeling the impact of that decision.
Wolves’ defensive woes have reached a boiling point as fans are left wondering if the club’s decision not to sign a new senior center-back has backfired. Max Kilman, Gary O’Neil’s ever-reliable captain last season, was a rock at the back, playing every single minute of the Premier League – a remarkable feat matched only by Arsenal’s William Saliba.
But after Kilman’s £40 million move to West Ham, Wolves’ Head of Recruitment Matt Hobbs confidently stated they didn’t need a replacement. That gamble has come back to haunt them. Wolves’ defense has been ravaged by injuries, with Yerson Mosquera suffering a devastating season-ending MCL and ACL injury, while his partner Toti Gomes has struggled with clumsy displays that have left supporters frustrated.
The proof? A staggering 21 goals conceded in just seven games. Fans are furious, questioning the club’s transfer strategy, and calling out the decision not to sign a new defensive leader. But here’s the twist: while Wolves are reeling from their struggles at the back, they might have dodged a bullet by missing out on one of their summer targets. As the dust settles, it’s becoming clear that things could’ve been even worse.
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