Wolves will take on Newcastle United this weekend in a fixture that had the potential to be especially significant for Jørgen Strand Larsen. The Norwegian forward was the subject of multiple bids from Newcastle only a few weeks ago, with the Magpies eager to secure his services. Their interest was driven by uncertainty surrounding Alexander Isak, who was being linked with a move to Liverpool.
Despite Newcastle’s persistence, Wolves stood firm and rejected all offers. The Midlands club were determined to keep their striker and have since moved towards securing his long-term future with a new contract. This stance reflected how highly they value his contribution to the squad and his potential role in their project moving forward.
Missed Opportunity Against Newcastle
The upcoming match against Newcastle would have given Strand Larsen a perfect opportunity to demonstrate to Eddie Howe’s side what they missed by failing to secure his signature. However, those hopes have been dashed, as the striker remains sidelined with an injury that has kept him out for several weeks.
His absence was already felt during the most recent international break, when he was unable to feature for Norway. Wolves had hoped he would be fit to return after the pause in domestic action, but those expectations have now been dashed ahead of this crucial fixture.
Manager Vitor Pereira confirmed that the forward has not yet recovered sufficiently to be considered for selection. Speaking via Shield Gazette, he explained, “We are without Larsen, the injury was a bit more serious, and he’s trying to come back.”
This confirmation means that Wolves must prepare for the clash without one of their most important attacking options, reducing their ability to test a Newcastle side known for its defensive strength.
Looking Ahead to Larsen’s Return
For Strand Larsen, the focus will now shift towards recovery and regaining full match fitness. Wolves will hope to see him return soon, as his presence and goalscoring ability remain vital to their ambitions this season. Last term, he made a positive impact, and the club believes he has even more to offer once he is fully fit.
While the striker must watch from the sidelines this weekend, his long-term future at Wolves looks increasingly secure, and supporters will be eager to see him back on the pitch making decisive contributions.