Wolves Officials Optimistic About Vitor Pereira’s Future as Contract Nears End
Vitor Pereira’s tenure at Wolverhampton Wanderers is quietly approaching a critical juncture. With his current contract set to expire at the conclusion of the season, discussions around a potential extension are naturally beginning to take shape. While no formal announcement has been made, sources familiar with the situation have provided Molineux News with insight into how the club’s leadership views Pereira’s future at the helm.
When Pereira was appointed last December, Wolves were in a perilous position—19th in the Premier League and showing little sign of reversing their downward trajectory. The mood at Molineux was bleak, and relegation fears loomed large. However, Pereira’s arrival brought a swift and much-needed turnaround. His immediate impact helped stabilize the team, and by the end of the season, Wolves had clawed their way to a respectable 16th-place finish, safely out of the drop zone.
Despite that impressive rescue job, the start of the current campaign has proven far more challenging. Wolves have yet to pick up a point in their first three matches, prompting some concern among supporters. However, internally, the club remains calm and largely supportive of Pereira’s efforts.
According to sources close to the situation, the Wolves hierarchy is pleased with the direction Pereira is taking the team, even amid early-season struggles. Club officials are not panicking and are instead choosing to adopt a measured approach regarding the manager’s future. While no contract extension has been finalized, there is a strong belief within the organization that Pereira will remain beyond this season. Talks are expected to progress in the coming months, as the club continues to evaluate performance and development.
Key to this patient approach is Wolves’ desire to avoid repeating past mistakes—most notably the premature four-year deal handed to Gary O’Neil, which proved to be a misstep in hindsight. Club executives are determined not to rush into another long-term commitment without thorough consideration. That said, the overall mood inside Molineux remains optimistic, and there is an expectation that Pereira will ultimately be offered a new deal.
Much of this deliberation hinges on how the team adapts in the coming weeks. Wolves made several summer signings, and while fans have been critical of the recruitment strategy, the club itself is reportedly satisfied with how the transfer window played out. Management understands that it will take time for new players to settle and for the squad to find cohesion. In that context, Pereira is not being held solely responsible for the slow start.
There has been some online chatter among fans calling for the return of former Wolves manager Nuno Espirito Santo, who is now available after parting ways with his most recent club. Nuno remains a popular figure at Molineux, and some supporters believe he could spark a revival. However, from the club’s perspective, a change in leadership is neither warranted nor advisable at this stage.
Pereira is still seen as the right person to lead Wolves forward. His ability to steady the ship last season earned him respect within the organization, and there is confidence that he will once again find solutions as the squad begins to gel. The early-season turbulence, while disappointing, has not shaken the club’s belief in his leadership.
As the campaign unfolds and results begin to reflect the true potential of the revamped squad, talks about Pereira’s contract are expected to intensify. For now, Wolves remain focused on performance and progression, trusting that the manager who saved them once can guide them through another challenging period—and eventually toward a more stable and successful future.