Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Gary O’Neil is facing a tough battle at the start of the season, with the team currently joint-bottom of the Premier League having earned just one point in seven games. Despite the challenging start, insider sources from GIVEMESPORT have disclosed that the club will offer O’Neil the time needed to reverse their fortunes and improve performance.
After a defeat against Brentford, Wolves find themselves in a precarious position, three points away from the relegation zone and struggling with six losses and 21 goals conceded in the league. While the team has faced formidable opponents, the pressing reality is that they must start accumulating points soon to stay afloat. However, O’Neil will not face immediate consequences for the poor results, according to reliable sources.
The upcoming fixtures in November are seen as crucial for Wolves, offering opportunities to secure points against teams in similar positions in the Premier League table. Despite facing Manchester City and Brighton in October, November presents matches against Crystal Palace, Southampton, Bournemouth, and Fulham—offering chances for Wolves to collect points, especially at home.
Acknowledging the disappointing 5-3 loss to Brentford, O’Neil and the club understand the urgency to improve results following a challenging start. The board’s trust in O’Neil is evident, with no impulsive decisions expected, as they believe in his ability to steer the team in the right direction. Despite setbacks like the recent losses against Newcastle United and Liverpool, where Wolves felt deserving of better outcomes, there is optimism for a turnaround.
Although the season’s start has been tough on Wolves, facing tough competitors like Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool, the club leadership recognizes the difficulties faced and remains committed to supporting O’Neil to revive the team’s performance. Since their impressive performances under Nuno Espirito Santo, which included European adventures, Wolves have been on a decline, but the faith in O’Neil to guide them back on track remains unwavering.
Sales of important players and limited investment because of Financial Fair Play rules resulted in Wolves finishing 14th last season, marking their worst performance since returning to the top-flight six years ago. With their current season beginning on a similar note, the team’s decline could continue further.
During the summer, key players like Pedro Neto and Max Kilman were sold, with only Andre and Sam Johnstone brought in as notable acquisitions. With upcoming fixtures against weaker opponents in November and December, fans are optimistic about a potential turnaround in form. However, survival would likely have been the main target for O’Neil’s team at the start of the season.
