Greg Halford's Wolves career rescued

Wolves boss Mick McCarthy has revealed Greg Halford has rescued his Molineux career after sparkling in pre-season.

McCarthy said recently that the £2million signing from Sunderland would be on his way if he didn't perform before the Premier League kick-off.

But Halford has rejuvenated himself this summer and was the star of last night's 2-0 friendly win at Hearts as he scored with a superb free kick, before one of his trademark throws was headed home by Stephen Ward.

McCarthy said: "Let's give him a bit of credit - he's trained well in pre-season. Why would I even question that someone of his ability shouldn't be at the club? He's got lots to offer.

"Now he's done it for us and fair play to him - he's had a good pre-season.

"Since he came back at the start of the summer, he has shown a desire to stay and I can't ask for any more than that. "

McCarthy also insisted he hasn't had any contact from Crystal Palace regarding a loan for Sam Vokes, who has been heavily linked with a switch to Selhurst Park.

But the Molineux chief refused to rule out the Wales international leaving on a temporary move.

He said: "No-one has spoken to me about it and until anyone does, he won't be going anywhere."

McCarthy revealed his relief after his squad showed their true character following Saturday's 3-1 defeat to Leeds.

He added: "The Reading and Leeds games were good for us because they gave us the kick up the backside we probably needed."