Defender Kieran Trippier is weighing a contract termination with Wolves after head coach Rob Edwards was dismissed. The 35‑year‑old said Edwards’ presence convinced him to sign last week, and learning of the sacking from an outside source left him feeling betrayed. He learned the news on Thursday morning, just two days after being presented as the club’s marquee summer signing.

Trippier cancelled a personal holiday to travel for a medical and seal his pre‑contract, which runs from July 1 when his Newcastle deal expires. Edwards had pushed hard to bring both Trippier and striker Raúl Jiménez to Molineux, and the defender turned down several suitors to join Wolves. The former coach only discovered his own dismissal through a family member, not the club.

Club officials have named Portuguese side Gil Vicente boss Cesar Peixoto as Edwards’ replacement. Coaching staff expressed anger at learning of their termination late on Wednesday via social media, saying the process undermined preparation for next season in the Championship. With Trippier still contemplating his future, Wolves face uncertainty over defensive stability as they plan for the upcoming campaign.