Why Ladislav Krejci was not in Wolves’ squad to play Aston Villa

When Wolves announced their team to play Aston Villa, there was a noticeable man missing – Ladislav Krejci.

The Czech international has been one of Wolves’ best players this season, winning the player of the month award in both September and October.

He has been the sole success so far from a poor summer transfer window by the Wanderers, and for many, he is one of the first on the team sheet.

Dave Edwards suggested for Rob Edwards to play Krejci in midfield vs Aston Villa, but the number 37 was nowhere to be seen in Wolves’ squad ahead of the West Midlands derby.

Ladislav Krejci picked up an injury ahead of Aston Villa showdown

On Friday afternoon, Rob Edwards stated his only injury concerns were Matt Doherty and Dan Bentley, but as the teams were announced, the Wolves head coach was handed two more.

Both Ladislav Krejci and Fer Lopez were not named in the starting XI, and they were both missing from the bench too.

Journalist Liam Keen has confirmed that Krejci has missed out with a knee injury; meanwhile, the Spaniard has suffered an injury to his adductor.

However, both are reported as being minor blows.

Fer Lopez has struggled to see minutes this season, but he has been a player fans have called to see more of, and Wolves fans have been left worried about reports linking him away.

Meanwhile, the loss of Ladislav Krejci will be a big blow. The versatile player has been one of the standout players in what has been a miserable season.

His leadership and composure will certainly be missed.

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Wolves will need Ladislav Krejci back as soon as possible

The timeline for Krejci and Lopez’s injuries has not been given, but with a short turnaround before Wolves host Nottingham Forest, Edwards will be hoping for some good news.

Even if it is a minor injury, that could still see them miss Wolves’ next two matches.

After Aston Villa, the Old Gold have two games in seven days.

Let’s hope Rob Edwards can provide an update and that it will not be too long on the sidelines for both.

Nottingham Forest and Manchester United are not easy tests, and the club will need their best players available.