(DDM) – Wolverhampton Wanderers have officially sacked manager Vitor Pereira, following a devastating 3-0 defeat to Fulham at Craven Cottage.
Diaspora Digital Media (DDM) gathered that the decision was announced on Sunday, marking the end of Pereira’s short and turbulent tenure at Molineux.
The loss to Fulham left Wolves bottom of the Premier League table, eight points from safety, with just two points earned in ten matches.
Pereira’s dismissal came only 45 days after he signed a new three-year deal with the club, a move that had initially been hailed as a sign of long-term stability.
The defeat compounded an already disastrous run of results, including a 4-3 Carabao Cup loss to Chelsea just days earlier.
Wolves remain the only team across England’s top four divisions without a single win this season, intensifying pressure on the club’s management and recruitment strategy.
Club insiders revealed that growing frustration among fans and board members prompted urgent discussions that led to Pereira’s dismissal.
In a brief statement, the club thanked Pereira for his services but emphasized that “a change was necessary to protect the team’s Premier League status.”
Background
Vitor Pereira, a former FC Porto boss, joined Wolves earlier in the year amid hopes that his European experience would help rebuild the team.
He had previously managed clubs in Turkey, Greece, and China, earning a reputation as a tactically disciplined coach but one often criticized for poor man-management.
Wolves’ struggles this season have been linked to key player departures, injuries, and the team’s inability to convert scoring opportunities.
The club has also faced fan backlash over transfer policies and perceived lack of ambition, despite record revenues from the Premier League.
Since the departure of former manager Julen Lopetegui, Wolves have struggled to rediscover their attacking rhythm or defensive solidity.
The team’s early-season performances showed flashes of potential but were repeatedly undermined by lapses in concentration and tactical inconsistencies.
Implications
Pereira’s exit leaves Wolves searching for their fourth manager in less than three years, underscoring the instability plaguing the club.
Assistant coaches are expected to take temporary charge as the club begins the search for a new manager capable of steering them away from relegation.
Potential candidates already linked to the position include former Leeds United boss Jesse Marsch and ex-Everton manager Sean Dyche.
Fans have called on the board to appoint a leader with Premier League experience and a track record of rebuilding struggling sides.
The club’s next fixture is expected to be a crucial test of morale, as Wolves seek their first victory of the campaign.
Looking Forward
Analysts believe Wolves’ next managerial appointment could determine their fate in England’s top flight.
A new coach will need to immediately address the team’s poor defending, lack of creativity, and visible loss of confidence.
Meanwhile, supporters remain divided, some expressing relief over Pereira’s sacking, others warning that constant managerial changes hinder long-term progress.
For now, the message from the Molineux board is clear: survival comes before sentiment.