Toti Gomes was made captain by Vitor Pereira, but the Wolves defender will now need to convince new head coach Rob Edwards of his qualities.
While it has been a tough campaign for the Old Gold as a whole, on a personal note, the captain has perhaps not played as much as he would have wanted as leader of the team.
He has played just 53% of all Premier League minutes this campaign, but the time to change that trajectory has arrived under Rob Edwards.
The new Wolves chief has set out his principles, and Toti Gomes will have to lead by example in following those.
Ahead of facing Crystal Palace, the Portuguese central defender has now shared why he believes the appointment of Edwards is ‘perfect’ as the battle to maintain their Premier League status continues.
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Why Toti Gomes is excited about the arrival of Rob Edwards
The task at hand for Rob Edwards is monumental. Wolves have just two points after 11 games and have yet to win a match.
If he cannot buck that trend on Saturday, Wolves will earn a record they have not held in over three decades.
It is imperative that his tenure kicks off positively, and club captain Toti Gomes is excited about what’s ahead.
Speaking via Wolves’ official website, Gomes said, “To be honest, I don’t think there is a more perfect person to be in this place right now than him. He’s someone that knows the club very well.
“He’s been here before, he played here, he knows not just the players but also the staff, and everybody knows him around here, and we are very happy to welcome him again here to Wolves.”
Toti Gomes will be hoping that he can return to the starting XI for Edwards’ first game, and it could be a great way to start the era.
Wolves have had a leadership problem this season, and having a consistent voice in the team is what is needed.
Rob Edwards is excited to be at Molineux, and that can only be a good thing, but the tough decisions are already mounting for his inaugural game.
When Wolves came calling, the decision was clear for Rob Edwards
Toti Gomes must start against Crystal Palace
When selecting his team to face Crystal Palace, Toti Gomes should be in the starting XI.
Rob Edwards benching his captain would send quite the message, and when Wolves need unity and leadership, it would be the wrong message.
Toti Gomes has been rated as one of the worst defenders this season, but the arrival of a new voice in the changing room could rejuvenate him.
If his performances do not improve, then calls from fans to make Joao Gomes captain will further intensify.
Either way, Toti Gomes has to prove himself, and he should be given that chance to do so immediately.