WOLVES LEGEND MATT MURRAY BRUTALLY NAMES SIX PLAYERS PEREIRA MUST AXE IN JANUARY AFTER DISASTROUS START TO THE SEASON
Wolverhampton Wanderers’ campaign has begun in worrying fashion, with pressure now mounting on manager Vítor Pereira after a string of poor performances and inconsistent results. The club, currently languishing near the lower end of the Premier League table, looks a shadow of the side that once thrilled fans with energy and fight. Defensive mistakes, lack of creativity, and disjointed play have all combined to leave Wolves supporters frustrated — and calls for major January changes are growing louder by the week.
Former Wolves goalkeeper and club legend Matt Murray has now added his voice to the debate, making a strong case for sweeping changes ahead of the January transfer window. Speaking in a recent interview, Murray did not hold back as he criticised the team’s lack of leadership and consistency, urging the club to sell several underperforming players to rebuild confidence and restore balance to the squad.
According to Murray, Wolves’ problems run deeper than just tactics or luck — they stem from poor individual performances and a lack of hunger in certain areas of the pitch. He argued that the only way forward is to make bold decisions that would not only freshen the dressing room but also send a strong message about accountability.
“This team needs a hard reset,” Murray said. “Too many players are going through the motions. When you’ve got individuals who’ve been given chance after chance and still aren’t producing, you have to make tough calls. That’s what top clubs do, and Wolves can’t afford to stand still.”
Murray then went on to identify six first-team players he believes Wolves should move on in January if they are to turn the season around. Among those mentioned were José Sá, Matt Doherty, Hwang Hee-chan, Toti, Yerson Mosquera, and one other senior squad member who has failed to live up to expectations.
The former shot-stopper expressed particular concern over the team’s defensive fragility, noting that individual errors have cost Wolves valuable points this season.
“When you’re conceding soft goals week after week, it’s not just about tactics — it’s about concentration, pride and responsibility,” he explained. “You can’t keep letting games slip away because of basic mistakes. Some players have been given time to prove themselves and haven’t taken that opportunity.”
On the attacking front, Murray said Wolves’ lack of cutting edge remains a major problem. While he praised the energy of some younger players, he questioned whether others still possess the hunger and pace required to succeed under Pereira’s system.
“Wolves need fresh energy — players who fight for every ball, press high, and believe in the manager’s vision,” he continued. “January is the moment to clean the slate and bring in players who fit the style, who want to be part of this rebuild.”
Behind the scenes, the Wolves hierarchy is understood to be reviewing options for the upcoming transfer window. The club faces a balancing act — maintaining squad depth while trimming wages and removing players who no longer contribute consistently. Pereira, who arrived with a reputation for disciplined football, is reportedly pushing for reinforcements that can stabilise the defence and add bite up front.
Supporters, meanwhile, appear divided. Some agree with Murray’s assessment that key departures are necessary to rebuild, while others believe the club should show patience and allow Pereira more time to implement his ideas. Yet, there is a growing sense that decisive action is needed to avoid a relegation fight later in the campaign.
As January approaches, Wolves face crucial weeks both on and off the pitch. The board’s decisions — whether to back Pereira fully or start reshaping the squad — will likely determine the direction of their season. For now, Murray’s hard-hitting remarks have reignited the debate about accountability and ambition at Molineux.
If Wolves do act on his advice, the winter window could see one of the boldest overhauls the club has undertaken in years — and perhaps, the first step towards rediscovering their lost identity.
