WOLVES FACING COMPLETE SQUAD COLLAPSE AS FIVE PLAYERS ANNOUNCE DEPARTURES AFTER ROB EDWARDS SACKING

The former Wolves defender was relieved of his duties on Thursday morning following the club’s disastrous relegation from the Premier League. Edwards lasted just seven months in charge after being appointed in November, with Wolves finishing rock bottom of the table and collecting only 20 points all season.

But while supporters were still trying to process the shock managerial change, attention quickly turned to the playing squad after multiple departures and exits were confirmed following the end of the campaign. Reports earlier this month revealed that a number of senior and academy players would be leaving the club as Wolves begin a major rebuild ahead of life in the Championship.

Among the most notable exits is long-serving defender Matt Doherty, whose second spell at the club has come to an emotional end after more than a decade of service across two spells. Several academy graduates have also departed, while loan players are returning to their parent clubs.

ROB EDWARDS AXED IN SHOCK DECISION

The timing of Edwards’ departure has stunned supporters.

The 43-year-old had reportedly been heavily involved in planning Wolves’ Championship rebuild and was believed to be part of the club’s long-term strategy. Reports claim he was even helping shape transfer plans for next season before learning his future was under threat.

Club chairman Nathan Shi insisted the decision was not about Edwards’ professionalism or commitment but rather a change in football direction following an internal review.

However, many fans have struggled to understand why a manager brought in during a near-impossible relegation battle has been dismissed before being given the opportunity to lead a Championship promotion push.

PLAYERS REPORTEDLY LEFT STUNNED

The shockwaves have reportedly spread into the dressing room.

According to talkSPORT, several Wolves players were left angry and dismayed by the decision, with some reaching out directly to Edwards following the announcement. New signing Kieran Trippier was reportedly among those frustrated after being convinced to join the club partly because of Edwards’ vision for the future.

That reaction has only intensified concerns among supporters that more departures could follow during the summer transfer window.

With Wolves preparing for life outside the Premier League and a new manager expected to arrive imminently, uncertainty now surrounds a number of key first-team players.

CESAR PEIXOTO SET TO TAKE OVER

The man expected to replace Edwards is Portuguese coach César Peixoto.

The former midfielder guided Gil Vicente to an impressive campaign in Portugal and is understood to be the leading candidate to take over the Championship side. Multiple reports suggest an agreement is already close.

But whoever walks through the door faces an enormous challenge.

Wolves are not only trying to recover from relegation but must also rebuild confidence, reshape the squad and convince supporters that the club still has a clear direction.

FANS REACT

Supporters flooded social media after the announcement.

One fan wrote:

“We’ve been relegated, sacked the manager and now players are leaving. What exactly is the plan?”

Another posted:

“This feels like the start of a complete reset. I just hope it doesn’t become a complete collapse.”

A third added:

“Edwards deserved a chance in the Championship. The timing makes no sense.”

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?

Wolves now find themselves at one of the most important crossroads in recent club history.

Relegation has already ended their eight-year stay in the Premier League. The manager who was brought in to lead the recovery is gone. Players are heading for the exit door, and a new era is about to begin under different leadership.

For a club that only a few years ago was challenging for European football, the mood around Molineux has changed dramatically.

And unless the new manager can quickly restore stability, supporters may fear that the turmoil is only just beginning.