Wolves manager Cesar Peixoto has urged fans and the club not to place undue pressure on striker Raul Jimenez as the team aims to return to the Premier League. Jimenez, 35, rejoined Wolves last month on a free transfer after spending three years away at Fulham. His return has been met with enthusiasm from supporters, who welcomed him warmly when he appeared as a substitute in the club’s recent Carabao Cup victory over Port Vale on August 7.
Peixoto described Jimenez as a "historic" figure for Wolves and acknowledged the positive impact his presence has had in improving relations between the fans and the club following last season’s relegation to the Championship. However, the new manager emphasized that success will require a team effort rather than relying solely on Jimenez’s goal-scoring capabilities.
“Raul is an historic player for Wolves. It’s normal that the fans are happy about this,” Peixoto said. “But the way the team plays, Raul needs other players to support him.”
Wolves will be looking to leverage Jimenez’s experience as they navigate the challenges of the Championship this season, aiming for promotion back to the Premier League. Peixoto’s comments suggest a focus on collective performance and squad cohesion as key elements in the club’s strategy moving forward.
