Joao Gomes leads way in Premier League stat that the Wolves midfielder will not be proud of

Joao Gomes is one of the few players in Wolves’ squad who offers true quality, but even then, the midfielder does have his shortcomings.

The duo of Andre and Joao Gomes has been praised by Rob Edwards, but the lack of creativity the Brazilians offer has also been an issue.

Even then, you would be bemused to see either of the South Americans drop out of the side.

But against Manchester United on Monday, the Wolves head coach will be forced to do just that, as Joao Gomes has picked up a suspension.

Wolves did the double over Manchester United last season! Hwang, Cunha, and Sarabia scored across the games, but only one is still at Wolves.

Amid their goalscoring woes, can Wolves find an answer for Monday?

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Joao Gomes tops yellow card statistic since making Wolves debut

Joao Gomes’ discipline history does not make for good reading, and it has been a constant criticism of the player throughout his time at Molineux.

During Gary O’Neil’s reign, the head coach admitted he had to speak to Joao Gomes about his bookings.

But a year on, it appears the Brazilian has retained this bad habit.

In fact, throughout his spell at Wolves, Joao Gomes has received more bookings than any other Premier League player since his debut on February 11, 2023.

It is a clear downside to the central midfielder’s game, and it has left Rob Edwards in a tough situation.

With Marshall Munetsi out injured and Ladislav Krejci only returning from a knee issue, the options in midfield are slim to play Manchester United.

Joao Gomes will be a big miss for Wolves against Manchester United

When Joao Gomes does not start for the Old Gold, they do not often win, and right now, three points are ever so important.

There have been 21 matches since Joao Gomes joined Wolves where he has not been selected in the starting XI, and Wolves have won just six of those, drawing three and losing the other 12.

Joao Gomes is not available to play vs. Manchester United due to suspension. How confident are you of a win without the Brazilian?

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Rob Edwards will certainly not be pleased he does not have the 24-year-old available, and that suspension has made him one of the bigger losers against Nottingham Forest.

Wolves will have to find their way without him, but as history suggests, that will be a difficult challenge for them.