Jorgen Strand Larsen has been in the form of his life for Wolves but the Norwegian centre-forward has found something challenging during his purple patch.
In Wolves 4-2 win over Tottenham on Sunday, Strand Larsen netted his fifth goal in four matches, taking his tally to 12 for the campaign.
Norwegian teammate Erling Haaland praised Strand Larsen for his performance against Spurs, with Wolves fans beginning to fall in love with the clinical striker.
It’s been an incredible season for the 25-year-old, who will make his move from Celta Vigo permanent in the summer after triggering a clause in his contract.
But despite enjoying arguably the best moment of his career in front of goal, Strand Larsen has found one thing a challenge.
Jorgen Strand Larsen says it’s been ‘difficult’ without Matheus Cunha
In the build-up to the win against Spurs, fans were annoyed at Matheus Cunha over a social media post he made and quickly deleted.
Vitor Pereira then left Cunha on the bench after returning from his four-match suspension but the Brazilian responded in the best way possible.
Cunha scored against Spurs after being introduced in the second half and fans surprisingly gave him a good reception, with the forward seen apologising for his actions during the celebrations.
The former Atletico Madrid star may have his flaws, including his conduct and easily provoked mentality, but he’s still a fantastic footballer who is destined to join a big club this summer.
Cunha now has 16 goals in all competitions, telling of his importance to Pereira, and Strand Larsen admits that Wolves have found it ‘difficult’ during his suspension.
“We had to play a few games without Matheus, which is difficult, because he gives so much to the team,” Strand Larsen told Wolves official.
“We’ve done well without him, so obviously he understands that we need to keep on going with the same team.
“You can see he comes in and he makes it difficult. He scores a goal, he works hard. He wants to show that he’s back and I think that’s amazing.
“He’s such a good guy, such a good such a good player, and I think if he can keep his head in the right place, he’s going to score as many as goal as he wants in the Premier League.”
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Strand Larsen heaps praise on Cunha
Although the Norwegian did state that Wolves found it tough without their main source of goals, they did pick up one draw and three wins without him, which suggests life after Cunha may not be so bad.
But, Strand Larsen also wanted to give the Brazilian his flowers, claiming he would never be where he is now without him.
“Without him this season I would never be where I am, and I’m just grateful to be playing alongside him,” he added. “We have other players that are amazing too. So, we cannot forget that, we are a good team at the moment, and we’ve created a good spirit. The gaffer and the whole team need a lot of a lot of credit.”
While Cunha has burnt some bridges with the fans, once he exits Molineux in the summer, he will leave with the best wishes of Wolves supporters.