Rob Edwards: Wolves name former defender as new manager - a gamble all round?

Wolves have finally appointed a new manager, Rob Edwards, on a three-and-a-half-year contract. The 42-year-old former defender's appointment is seen as a gamble by many, given his limited Premier League managerial experience and Middlesbrough's struggles under him.

Edwards' decision to leave Middlesbrough for Wolves has raised eyebrows, particularly considering the club's current plight in the Premier League. Wolves are winless in their opening 11 games of the season, with fans growing increasingly frustrated with the ownership and management.

The new manager is a fan favorite, having made over 100 appearances for the club between 2004 and 2008. Edwards has also grown up in nearby Telford and has family in the area, making his return to Wolves' roots an attractive prospect for him.

However, Edwards will face a monumental task in rescuing the team from relegation danger. The potential additions of former England Under-21 international Hayden Hackney to the squad could be crucial, but it remains to be seen whether they can turn the season around.

One thing is certain - Edwards' appointment marks a new chapter for Wolves, and only time will tell if he can unite the fractured club and steer them towards survival in the top flight.
 
I'm low-key rooting for this new manager, Rob Edwards ๐Ÿคž He's got some serious heart on his side, and it's awesome that he's coming back to Wolves' roots! Having a fan favorite like him at the helm could be just what the club needs to lift the spirits of fans everywhere ๐Ÿ˜Š. I mean, 100+ appearances for the club? That's dedication, fam! ๐Ÿ™Œ And yeah, we all know things are gonna get tough with this relegation battle on their hands ๐Ÿ’”... but Edwards has got some solid additions coming in (Hayden Hackney, anyone?) that might just turn it around ๐Ÿ”ฎ. Only time'll tell if he can unite the squad and steer 'em to survival in the top flight ๐Ÿคž
 
๐Ÿบ๐Ÿ’ก I'm curious about this move by Wolves... on one hand, Rob Edwards has been around Middlesbrough for years, so it's cool that he's coming back to his roots ๐Ÿ , but at the same time, the team is in a pretty rough spot right now ๐Ÿ˜ฌ. I mean, 11 games without a win? That's not exactly confidence-boosting ๐Ÿ˜…. Still, Edwards has been a fan fave for ages, so fingers crossed he can turn things around ๐Ÿ’ช. Maybe Hayden Hackney's arrival will be the spark they need to get out of this slump ๐Ÿš€. One thing's for sure - it's gonna be interesting to watch how this all plays out ๐Ÿ“บ!
 
OMG, I'm so curious about this new move by Wolves ๐Ÿค”! Rob Edwards might be a gamble, but hey, who doesn't love an underdog story? ๐Ÿ˜ The fact that he's got some serious roots to the club is awesome โ€“ it's like he's come full circle ๐Ÿ’ฏ. I mean, I get why fans are skeptical about his managerial experience, but let's be real, we've seen some weird manager moves before ๐Ÿคช.

The squad additions might just be what they need to turn things around โšฝ๏ธ, and I'm low-key excited to see Hayden Hackney in action! ๐Ÿ‘€ Can he bring the magic? Only time will tell ๐Ÿ”ฎ. The whole thing is like that iconic Underdog movie โ€“ you know, where the underdog wins? ๐Ÿ• Yeah, let's go for it, Wolves! โšฝ๏ธ
 
idk why wolves thought edwards was a good choice lol he's had a disaster with middlesbrough already & now they're gonna stick with him? ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™‚๏ธ it's like they want to make sure they get relegated ASAP. fans are gonna be so disappointed if he can't turn things around, especially after all the hype about this new appointment ๐Ÿ’”
 
๐Ÿบ๐Ÿ’ก I'm not sure what's more surprising about Rob Edwards' appointment - that he got the job or that Middlesbrough was willing to let him go ๐Ÿ˜‚! I mean, his track record with Boro hasn't exactly been stellar, and you'd think they'd want someone with a bit more experience under their belt. But hey, Wolves are in desperate need of a turnaround, so fingers crossed for Edwards and the lads - maybe they'll surprise us all ๐Ÿคž
 
idk how edwards got the job lol 3.5 yrs is a looong time but i guess wolverhamptons fans are willing to give him a chance ๐Ÿ˜‚๐ŸฆŠ what's most concerning is that wolves r already in relegation danger... if they dont turn it around soon, it might be too late ๐Ÿค•๐Ÿ’”
 
idk about this wolves guy, seems like a long shot to me ๐Ÿค” 42 years old and never managed in the premier league before? that's not exactly a track record of success ๐Ÿ† they've got some decent squad additions coming in but it's gonna take more than just new players to turn this team around ๐Ÿ’ช edwards' local roots are cool i guess, but can he handle the pressure of keeping wolves from going down ๐Ÿคž
 
Idk how they think Rob Edwards is the right guy for this job ๐Ÿค”. He's got no experience managing at that level, and Middlesbrough was a disaster under him ๐Ÿ˜ณ. Wolves are already in trouble, and now they're throwing all their hopes on someone who hasn't even proven himself? It's a bit concerning, to be honest ๐Ÿ’”. The fans might love him because he's a legend of the club, but can he actually win them some games? ๐Ÿ† I'm not seeing how this is going to work out...
 
I think this move by Wolves is kinda crazy lol ๐Ÿคฏ... I mean, they just appointed someone with hardly any PL managerial experience and Middlesbrough's team did pretty badly under him too? ๐Ÿ˜‚ It's like they're trying to gamble big on a long shot. But you know what, it's not all bad! Edwards has a good track record as a fan fave, so I guess that's something ๐Ÿ™ Plus, he's from the area, which is always a bonus, right? ๐Ÿ‘ The key will be if they can get some new blood in like Hayden Hackney and turn things around. Could be an interesting season ahead... or it could end up being a total disaster ๐Ÿ˜ณ either way, I'm excited to see what happens!
 
I'm not sure what's more surprising, Rob Edwards gettin' the Wolves job or that the fans are actually hype about it ๐Ÿคฏ He was a decent player back in the day but comin' from Middlesbrough is like tryin' to put diesel in a Ferrari ๐Ÿ’ช It's gonna be tough for him to turn this ship around, especially with all those winsless games under his belt ๐Ÿ˜ฉ But hey, he's got family in Telford and that's gotta count for somethin', right? ๐Ÿค— Maybe he can bring some local love and pride back to the Molineux Stadium ๐Ÿ’• Now let's see if he can make some magic happen with Hayden Hackney comin' in ๐Ÿ”ฎ
 
๐Ÿบ๐Ÿ’ฌ I think this is a bold move by Wolves to shake things up, considering they're in a pretty tough spot right now ๐Ÿ˜ฌ. Rob Edwards might not have the most extensive managerial background, but he does have a personal connection with the club and the local community ๐ŸŒณ. That could be a big plus in terms of building trust with the fans and getting them on board behind him ๐Ÿ’ช.

It's also interesting to see how Edwards will approach the team's struggles, particularly given their recent form ๐Ÿ”ฎ. They're winless in 11 games, which is not exactly reassuring ๐Ÿ˜“. But Edwards' appointment does give Wolves a new direction, and it'll be fascinating to see if he can bring some stability to the squad.

I'm also curious about how this move will affect Hayden Hackney's involvement ๐Ÿค”. If they're signing him up as part of the team's overhaul, that could be a real game-changer ๐Ÿ”ฅ. It's hard to predict what the future holds for Wolves right now, but one thing is for sure - it'll be an exciting ride to watch ๐ŸŽข!
 
just saw this thread about wolves' new manager rob edwards lol i was wondering when they'd sort out their mess 3.5 yrs is a looong time tho hope edwards knows what hes doing but i gotta say midsbroughs record under him doesn't exactly fill me with confidence either think hed need some reinforcements ASAP ๐Ÿค”
 
OMG u guys I'm so hyped for this new Wolves manager Rob Edwards!! ๐Ÿคฉ He's like a breath of fresh air after all those struggles on and off the pitch. Idk what's going through the minds of the fans who were crying out for a change, but Edwards' return to Wolves is literally a dream come true for me! ๐Ÿ™Œ Growing up in Telford himself must've made him super passionate about the club & its roots. Now let's hope he can bring back that old magic ๐Ÿ’ซ with Hayden Hackney on board, I'm FREAKING OUT just thinking about it!!! The season's gotta be turning around somehow ๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ’ช One thing for sure is Wolves are in for a wild ride under Edwards' leadership! ๐ŸŽข
 
I'm not sure about this one ๐Ÿค”... Rob Edwards is a Wolves legend and all, but Wolves have been through so many managers in recent years it's hard to keep track of who's next in line for the sack ๐Ÿ˜‚. That being said, I do think he's got a tough job on his hands - we're talkin' 11 games without a win, mate... that's not exactly buildin' confidence among the fans.

I'm all for giving Edwards a chance to prove himself, though. The guy's got heart and he knows the club inside out. And yeah, Hayden Hackney could be just the spark they need ๐ŸŒŸ. But we'll see how it plays out, I suppose. Wolves are in a bit of a mess at the moment, but that's what makes Edwards' appointment so interesting - is he gonna be able to turn things around and bring some much-needed stability to the club? Only time will tell ๐Ÿ‘€
 
I'm not sure I fully get why Rob Edwards was hired, 42 years old and never managed a big team before so that's gotta be some kinda gamble ๐Ÿค”. Wolves are really struggling this season and with their ownership and management already under fire, bringing in someone who hasn't even won a trophy as manager is a bit reckless if you ask me. But I guess Edwards' connection to the club and being a fan favorite might give him an edge. And let's be real, they do have some promising young talent coming in like Hayden Hackney so that's something to build on.

I think it's gonna be tough for Edwards to turn things around, especially if he doesn't make any big signings in January. Relegation would be a disaster and the fans are getting antsy. But at the same time, I can see why they'd want someone with experience who knows the team inside out. It's all about timing and making the right calls. Edwards' appointment is definitely a new chapter for Wolves but it's still gonna take some serious effort to get them back on track ๐Ÿ“ˆ
 
OMG, this is gonna be a wild ride ๐ŸŽข! I mean, Rob Edwards might just be the right guy to turn it around ๐Ÿ”„, considering his local roots & passion for the club โค๏ธ. But let's be real, 3.5 years feels like an eternity โฐ... Wolves' current situation is pretty dire ๐Ÿ˜ฉ, and fans are getting FED UP ๐Ÿคฏ! Edwards needs to bring some magic โœจ to the pitch ASAP or it'll be a long season for everyone โšฝ๏ธ #WolvesRising #EdwardsTheHero #RelegationFight
 
I don't get why Wolves are getting this new manager Rob Edwards... ๐Ÿค” They're already having a tough season and now they think bringing back someone from their past is gonna magically fix everything? It's like trying to put old glue on an broken vase... it might hold for a sec, but eventually it's just gonna come crashing down. ๐Ÿ˜ฌ I mean, I get that Edwards has some good memories with the team and all, but it's not like he was ever actually in charge before... how's he supposed to turn things around now? ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™‚๏ธ
 
man, wolves are really struggling this season ๐Ÿบ๐Ÿ˜ฉ... i remember when they were at their best back in 2018 under nuno espรญrito santo, they had that great run where they finished 7th and even made it to the europa league final ๐Ÿ†๐Ÿ’ฅ... now, with edwards coming in, i'm not sure if he's got what it takes to turn things around ๐Ÿ˜... but hey, at least it's a fresh start, right? โšซ๏ธ๐Ÿ”œ
 
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