The Wolves board have delivered a firm and uncompromising message to Rob Edwards as he settles into his role: he will not be allowed to avoid the one thing they felt Vítor Pereira rarely did — remove underperforming players from the squad.
Behind closed doors, senior figures at Molineux have stressed that the era of protecting struggling players is over. While the names of those at risk have not been revealed, the board are convinced that a lack of decisive action in dealing with underperformance was one of Pereira’s biggest shortcomings. For too long, individuals who failed to meet the club’s standards continued to feature, creating frustration in the dressing room and among supporters.
Edwards has been told that performance must be the only currency. Every player will be judged on intensity, attitude, and consistency. Those who fall below the expectations of the badge will be moved aside, whether temporarily or permanently. The board want a culture of responsibility, merit, and fearlessness — something they believe was missing in the closing stages of Pereira’s leadership.
While the club has chosen not to release the list of players under review, one thing is certain: Wolves are preparing for a ruthless reset. And Rob Edwards has been instructed to lead it without hesitation
