Amidst the ongoing campaign, he commenced as the usual top pick but has conceded his spot in the starting lineup to recent recruit Sam Johnstone.

The transfer of Johnstone to Wolves from Crystal Palace for a hefty £10 million provoked raised eyebrows.

The acquisition drew mixed reactions, with some questioning its necessity and the substantial sum it entailed.

Johnstone’s emergence has displaced Sa, leading to Wolves potentially boasting two top-tier goalkeepers.

In a recent podcast appearance, the new signee, Johnstone, shared insights on this setup.

The comments from Sam Johnstone could serve as a cautionary note for Wolves as they navigate an intriguing goalkeeper conundrum at Molineux.

Jose Sa reigned as the number one for three years post his 2021 takeover from Rui Patricio. Following Johnstone’s arrival, Sa’s departure was anticipated, with links to a Saudi Arabian move circulating. However, no concrete developments have transpired on this front thus far.

Sa made a comeback in the recent Carabao Cup match against Brighton but displayed signs of struggle, potentially slipping to the backup role.

Johnstone’s observations on clubs harboring dual top-tier goalkeepers resonate profoundly.

In an interview with Fozcast, Johnstone expressed, “Many clubs have two Number ones. It’s a risky scenario, to be frank. While having two stellar goalkeepers seems great, the clash arises from both vying for game time consistently. It’s bound to hit a bump sooner or later, isn’t it?”

The goalkeeper flux at Wolves is undeniably perplexing, with Johnstone and Sa exemplifying solid Number one contenders.

O’Neil and Matt Hobbs lauded the bolstered competition post-Johnstone’s arrival. Nonetheless, Johnstone’s insight holds true; a defined hierarchy is imperative to ensure clarity and contentment among all parties.

Speculation looms large over Sa’s fate beyond the January window, given his probable discontent over losing his primary spot.