Gary O’Neil has updated Wolves fans on the club’s team news ahead of a crucial tie against Ipswich Town.
Wolves face their biggest game of the season so far on Saturday. With the club sitting 19th in the Premier League; four points from safety, they face an equally struggling Ipswich side.
Fosun has decided to stick with O’Neil despite mounting pressure from the fans after a horrific start.
Yet, another poor performance and a defeat could ignite an angry Molineux with Wolves already in danger of being cut adrift.
Ahead of the tie, O’Neil has delivered an injury update with two stars expected to miss the clash.
Boubacar Traore – injury latest
A forgotten player this campaign, Boubacar Traore had been a reliable backup option for the Old Gold in recent seasons.
Despite interest in the summer, Traore stayed at Wolves and competed in the Carabao Cup against Burnley.
However, against the Clarets, disaster struck when Traore was forced off the field with an injury.
It was quickly confirmed that the midfielder had undergone meniscus surgery and has been out ever since.
Now, ahead of Ipswich, O’Neil was able to confirm that Traore was on his way back to fitness and could be available soon.
He said: “We’re hoping he’ll be back around it at the end of the month. That could mean back in training, or possibly in some squads. He’s getting closer.”
Jose Sa – injury latest
The goalkeeper had earned his place back in the starting XI in recent weeks after originally losing out to Sam Johnstone.
However, a series of mistakes against Bournemouth and Everton led to criticism as Wolves came away from both fixtures with zero points.
While Johnstone would have likely regained his spot back in the team against West Ham anyway, Jose Sa was unavailable for the fixtures after picking up a knock.
Since Monday, he is yet to recover and O’Neil has confirmed that he won’t be in the team against Ipswich.
Pablo Sarabia – injury latest
Another player who has had to fight for his place in the team this season is Pablo Sarabia.
The Spaniard had mainly been an unused substitute until he was able to force his way back into the team with a good performance vs Brighton.
However, since his goal vs Southampton, the winger has not been seen on the pitch after picking up an injury.
Ahead of Ipswich, O’Neil has confirmed Sarabia is still out and will not play a part in the tie.