Julen Lopetegui to stay as Wolves head coach despite spending restrictions

Lopetegui accepts marquee signings unlikely this summerWolves need low net spend and must sell to bolster squad

Julen Lopetegui has committed to stay at Wolves next season after further talks with the hierarchy. In recent weeks the head coach had sought reassurances about the strategy this summer amid financial fair play constraints but has confirmed he plans to continue.

Wolves will need to offload players before they are able to bolster their squad, with the captain Rúben Neves, a target for Barcelona, their most valuable asset and the centre-backs Max Kilman and Nathan Collins also attracting admirers. Lopetegui expressed concern that Wolves could be left behind by Premier League rivals. He has been made aware they are unlikely to make any marquee signings, with a low net spend imperative to meet league regulations.

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