Julen Lopetegui: Starlet Joe Hodge is setting Wolves example

Julen Lopetegui believes promising youngster Joe Hodge can be an ‘example’ to the rest of the Wolves squad.

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The 20-year-old midfielder has impressed in his first season with the first team, and has gone on to progress into the Republic of Ireland under-21s and captain his country.

Hodge did well when Lopetegui first came in but has seen his chances limited since Wolves made their January additions – and Lopetegui has praised his attitude and work ethic since dropping out of the squad.

“He’s a fantastic example for the rest of the players,” Lopetegui said of Hodge.

“He’s very young but he’s very brave and a hard worker.