Rob Edwards, the former Middlesbrough head coach, has been appointed as the new manager of Wolverhampton Wanderers on a three-and-a-half-year contract. The 42-year-old Edwards is seen as a gamble for Wolves, given his recent past in the Championship with Boro and the fact that he was struggling to get them out of trouble.
Edwards' appointment comes after the sacking of Vitor Pereira earlier this month, who had been at the helm since last October. The decision has raised eyebrows among fans and pundits alike, as it appears Edwards is taking on a massive responsibility to save Wolves from relegation.
Despite having no Premier League experience, Edwards has expressed his desire to return to his hometown club, where he made over 100 appearances between 2004 and 2008. He also has family connections in the area, which may have played a role in his decision to take on the job.
However, many experts are questioning whether Edwards is the right man for the job, given Wolves' current struggles in the Premier League. The team has lost their first 11 games this season and sits at the bottom of the table, with fans calling for action from the club's ownership.
One potential concern is the lack of a strong backroom staff, particularly in terms of experienced coaches who could help Edwards navigate the complexities of Premier League football. However, the club has stated that it plans to add some key personnel, including former England striker Alan Shearer, who will provide guidance and support for Edwards during his tenure.
Edwards' appointment is also seen as a gamble by many, with some experts predicting that he may struggle to turn Wolves around in time. The team's relegation battle has been intense, and any misstep could see them fall further into trouble.
Ultimately, it remains to be seen whether Edwards will be able to unite the fractious club and lead Wolves back from the brink of disaster. With a long-term contract on the table, he will have plenty of time to prove himself, but for now, the doubts are certainly out there.
Edwards' appointment comes after the sacking of Vitor Pereira earlier this month, who had been at the helm since last October. The decision has raised eyebrows among fans and pundits alike, as it appears Edwards is taking on a massive responsibility to save Wolves from relegation.
Despite having no Premier League experience, Edwards has expressed his desire to return to his hometown club, where he made over 100 appearances between 2004 and 2008. He also has family connections in the area, which may have played a role in his decision to take on the job.
However, many experts are questioning whether Edwards is the right man for the job, given Wolves' current struggles in the Premier League. The team has lost their first 11 games this season and sits at the bottom of the table, with fans calling for action from the club's ownership.
One potential concern is the lack of a strong backroom staff, particularly in terms of experienced coaches who could help Edwards navigate the complexities of Premier League football. However, the club has stated that it plans to add some key personnel, including former England striker Alan Shearer, who will provide guidance and support for Edwards during his tenure.
Edwards' appointment is also seen as a gamble by many, with some experts predicting that he may struggle to turn Wolves around in time. The team's relegation battle has been intense, and any misstep could see them fall further into trouble.
Ultimately, it remains to be seen whether Edwards will be able to unite the fractious club and lead Wolves back from the brink of disaster. With a long-term contract on the table, he will have plenty of time to prove himself, but for now, the doubts are certainly out there.
and it's like edwards is throwing them a lifeline 
with that 3.5 year contract tho... it's a big risk but hey, at least he's got some family ties to the area which could be a plus 
and let's be real, alan shearer is a legend on & off the pitch 
so maybe he can bring some stability to the backroom staff 
still, gotta keep an eye on how this all plays out... fingers crossed for wolves fans that they can turn it around 
. On one hand, having someone from their hometown could bring some much-needed local flavor & loyalty to the team. But on the other hand, not knowing how he's gonna tackle the Premier League experience? 
. Adding Alan Shearer to the backroom staff might help, but it's a big gamble nonetheless 
. The fans are already calling for action and I think they're right to be skeptical 
. Will Edwards be able to unite the club and lead them back from relegation? Only time will tell 
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... think he needs a solid backroom staff to help him out, esp with alan shearer on board 
... fans r gettin restless, 11 losses already and they're callin for action 
️... not sure if edwards is da man 4 the job, but he's gotta prove himself over da next few years 
... fingers crossed for wolves, wanna see 'em turn it around 
, can you believe this?! Rob Edwards gets the job despite all the struggles? I mean, I get that Wolves want someone who knows the area and has a personal connection, but 11 losses in a row is crazy 
. The question is, can he bring some magic to Molineux and turn it around? Fingers crossed for the Wolves fans! 
The more I think about it, the more I'm convinced that there's some kind of behind-the-scenes deal going down. It's all just a bit too convenient for my taste... 
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. Wolves need a solid plan, not just some feel-good story about a coach who's got heart.
Edwards might be a bit of an unknown quantity, but I think it's cool he wants to return home & make a difference in the community. Family ties can do wonders, right? 