Joao Gomes is unavailable for selection in Wolves’ clash against Manchester United due to picking up too many yellow cards, and in that match, another star faces the same punishment.
It is a big blow for Rob Edwards, as the Brazilian midfielder is one of the few who offer quality in the side. However, while his unavailability is not good news for the head coach, some fans believe Gomes’ suspension is a blessing in disguise.
The player himself is frustrated to miss such a big game, and Joao Gomes even asked if the yellow card could be rescinded ahead of Monday.
The midfield options are now looking slim for Monday night’s fixture. Marshall Munetsi has picked up an injury, and Ladislav Krejci is coming back from one of his own.
Joao Gomes is not available to play vs. Manchester United due to suspension. How confident are you of a win without the Brazilian?
It leaves Jean-Ricner Bellegarde and Andre as the only viable options if the Czech player is not deemed ready to return to action.
And one of those two available players could end up ruling himself out for the trip to Arsenal on Saturday night.
Andre is one yellow card away from a suspension
Just like Joao Gomes has ended up being suspended, Andre is close to receiving the same punishment.
The midfielder is currently sitting on four yellows, and if he receives a booking against Manchester United, he will be unavailable to play Arsenal.
Rob Edwards will be hoping the Brazilian can avoid getting in the book, and there could be good news in that aspect.
Michael Salisbury has been named referee, and his record in Wolves’ games shows that he tends to be more lenient towards the Old Gold when dishing out cards.
However, he has also had controversy against the Wanderers as well.
Wolves fans, do Michael Salisbury’s past decisions influence your confidence heading into Monday’s clash?
Andre must not be scared in his duels
With a game against Arsenal looming after Manchester United, Andre will no doubt want to feature in that fixture as well.
It is a World Cup year, and while Wolves are struggling, if he can perform against the top sides in the Premier League, that may catch the eye of Carlo Ancelotti.
However, with the fear of suspension real, the midfielder must not be scared to tackle or get involved in his battles across the pitch on Monday.
If he picks up a yellow card, he picks up a yellow, but at the moment, the Old Gold need to focus on one game at a time and start collecting points.
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