The Wolves are on the brink of a new chapter as Domenico Teti is named the club’s new ‘director of professional football’. This announcement follows a recent restructuring at Wolves, which saw the departure of Matt Hobbs from his role as sporting director. The reshuffle also involves a more significant role for agent Jorge Mendes in transfer dealings, alongside Valdir Cardoso and Vitor Pereira, with Teti set to collaborate closely with the trio to enhance the strategic and planning aspects of professional and first-team football at Wolves.
As part of the reorganization, Matt Jackson’s responsibilities have shifted to ‘director of player recruitment and development,’ while a leadership team comprising Phil Hayward, Max Fitzgerald, and Matt Wild has been established. However, amidst the changes, concerns have been raised by fans over chairman Jeff Shi retaining the final say on decisions within the club. Despite these reservations, there remains a sense of optimism that Shi can enhance his standing by heeding the advice of the newly restructured team and making well-informed decisions to guide Wolves towards success in the competitive landscape of the Premier League.
The appointment of Teti brings a sense of familiarity, given his previous collaboration with Pereira at Al-Shabab. This connection is seen as a positive sign for the Wolves, as they aim to build a squad capable of competing at the highest level and surpassing their achievements from the previous season. While the club has already witnessed the departure of some players this summer, efforts are underway to secure suitable replacements and provide Pereira with the resources needed to propel Wolves to greater heights.
Fans are cautiously optimistic about the restructuring efforts, recognizing the potential impact of Teti’s appointment and the increased involvement of Mendes and Cardoso in the transfer market. Despite the reservations surrounding Shi’s continued influence, there is a collective hope that the chairman will collaborate effectively with the restructured team to make informed decisions that will benefit Wolves in the long run. As the club navigates this transition period, the onus is on Shi to listen to the insights of those around him and make decisions that will instill confidence and drive progress within the Wolves organization.
