Keith Downing: Future bright for Wolves
Former Wolves fans’ favourite Keith Downing believes the future is bright for Nuno Espirito Santo’s men – and they can thrive in the Premier League.
Wolves are gearing up for their first season in the top flight since 2012 and hopes are high they can make a big impact.
Downing, who was part of the team that won the Sherpa Van Trophy 30 years ago and is now in charge of England Under-19s, has confidence that Wolves go into the Premier Legaue well equipped.
“It’s exciting times, I am really pleased for the city because there is obviously a buzz back in it and they are pleased,” Downing said.
“And I think it is not just the fact that they got promoted but the style and the way they have played.
“There is obviously the background of the ownership and the money that they can invest into the team.
“They are looking to kick on from that and the future is bright.”
Downing watched Wolves a number of times last season as part of his England Under-19s role.
The ex-midfielder, who recently stated he believes Wolves youngster Morgan Gibbs-White could make the full England squad for the next World Cup, thinks Wolves’ organisation could be key in the top flight.
“Through my job I have been to the club and watched them play actually four or five times this year. because With my job, obviously, I have to go out and scout for players,” he added.
“They by far, and I have watched a lot of Championship football, they by far have thoroughly deserved the Championship because they have been the best team that I have seen.
“And I think the exciting times for supporters is actually some real good football that you are watching.
“But, equally, as well they are very organised without the ball as well so they got both traits. They are very good with the ball and very good without it.”
