David Møller Wolfe’s move to Wolves in the summer has not gone as planned, with the Norwegian defender enduring a difficult start to life in the Premier League.
He was handed a place in the starting line-up for Wolves’ opening fixture of the season against Manchester City, playing 72 minutes, and then started again against Bournemouth, although he was withdrawn at half-time. Since that match, however, he has not featured from the start in any league game and has even been left out of the squad entirely on at least one occasion.
A challenging period at Wolves
The situation marks a dramatic downturn in fortunes for a player who arrived with promise and has already been capped at international level. Instead of establishing himself as a first-team regular, Wolfe now finds himself on the periphery. His lack of minutes has led to questions about whether his quality is at the level required for the Premier League, particularly as Wolves attempt to recover from an underwhelming start to their campaign.
For the Norway national team, the development comes at an inconvenient time. With the World Cup in North America drawing closer, consistent playing time at club level is essential, and Wolfe’s current role leaves him with little opportunity to build match sharpness.
Wolfe’s response
Despite the difficulties, Wolfe has spoken about his determination to fight his way back into contention. In an interview with VG, he said: “It’s tough. I just have to work my way into it. I have to find the right balance of being honest with myself during tough times. At the same time, I have to be extremely hungry for minutes. I have to be ready to play and start every match. So I’m working on that now.”
His comments reveal both self-awareness and resilience, qualities he will need if he is to turn his situation around. While the defender recognises the challenges he faces, he has made clear his commitment to continue working hard and seizing any chance that comes his way.
