Wolverhampton Wanderers manager O’Neil has openly expressed his concerns regarding the club’s transfer activities, particularly highlighting the challenges faced during the January transfer window. O’Neil’s apprehensions were centered around the squad’s depth and the potential risks of overloading players, which he communicated to the club’s management.
“I was clear with the club in January that I feared we were overloading the players,” O’Neil stated, emphasizing his worry about the squad’s capacity to endure the remainder of the season without facing significant challenges. His concerns were not unfounded, as he further explained, “I feared we would be in trouble if we lost forwards.”
In an attempt to mitigate these risks, O’Neil revealed that Wolverhampton Wanderers had identified a potential solution in the form of a Premier League number 9, who was ready to join the squad. However, the move fell through due to financial constraints. “We had a Prem League number 9 ready to come in, but we couldn’t pay the small amount of money,” O’Neil disclosed, highlighting the financial limitations that prevented the club from securing the necessary reinforcement.
This revelation sheds light on the financial challenges faced by Wolverhampton Wanderers in the transfer market, as well as the managerial concerns regarding squad depth and player workload. O’Neil’s comments underscore the importance of strategic planning and financial flexibility in maintaining a competitive squad capable of enduring the demands of a full season.