Wolverhampton, June 11 (IANS) English Football club Wolverhampton Wanderers FC (commonly known as Wolves) has sacked their head coach, Rob Edwards, along with the coaching team, after just seven months following their relegation from the Premier League.
The 43-year-old was appointed in November on a three-and-a-half-year deal to replace Vitor Pereira but was unable to stop Wolves from being relegated to the Championship after eight years in the top tier.
Wolves finished bottom of the Premier League, 21 points from safety. Edwards also failed to impress with the side, as he was able to win only five matches out of 30, which resulted in his early exit.
“This has been an extremely difficult decision. Following the end of the season, we undertook a thorough review of every aspect of the football operation. This process involved careful consideration of many factors and extensive reflection on what we believe is required to help the club progress over the coming years,” Wolves Executive Chairman Nathan Shi said in an official statement.
“Our decision was not about character, professionalism, or dedication. It was about determining what we believe gives Wolves the strongest opportunity to move forward from a sporting perspective. While there were positive signs and areas of progress, we ultimately concluded that a different football direction would better align with the style, identity, and level of competitiveness we want to establish at the club,” he added.
Nathan also thanked Edwards for his hard work with the club and informed the fans that the process of appointing a new coach is underway.
“The club would like to place on record its thanks to Rob and his departing staff for their professionalism, commitment, and hard work throughout their time at Compton Park, and wish them every success in the future,” he added.
“The process of appointing a new head coach is already underway, with the club focused on identifying a leader who can help deliver the next phase of Wolves’ sporting development. Further updates will be provided in due course,” Nathan concluded.
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