Hugo Bueno Shines Despite Lack of Support from Teammates as Wolves Battle Relegation Zone
Wolverhampton Wanderers are desperate to pull themselves away from the Premier League’s danger zone after the international break — but one player in particular may feel he’s not getting the backing he deserves from those around him.
After seven games, Wolves remain at the bottom of the table without a single win to their name. Just two points have been collected so far, leaving fans understandably worried about what lies ahead.
There have, however, been some encouraging signs of progress in recent weeks. Manager Vitor Pereira has called on supporters to keep the faith following the team’s latest draw with Brighton, promising that his side will “rise again” and make the fans proud.
Even so, Pereira has plenty of problems to address — chief among them being the team’s lack of goals. That shortcoming has left players like Hugo Bueno hoping for sharper attacking play from his teammates.
Bueno’s Efforts Going Unrewarded
When Rayan Aït-Nouri departed Molineux, it opened the door for Hugo Bueno to step up following his loan spell at Feyenoord. Although the club’s signing of David Moller Wolfe appeared to threaten his place, the Spaniard has seized his opportunities impressively, keeping the new arrival on the bench for most of the campaign.
In fact, many would argue Bueno has been one of Wolves’ standout performers so far this season. Yet despite his consistent displays, one statistic stands out — he has yet to record a single assist.
That figure doesn’t tell the full story. According to official Premier League data, Bueno has delivered 13 successful open-play crosses, with nearly half (46.4%) reaching a teammate — the best crossing accuracy in the league. He’s also created 10 goal-scoring chances, suggesting the real issue lies in his teammates’ inability to convert his service.
A Leader Emerging
Bueno’s attitude and performances have earned him admiration from fans and coaches alike. Despite initial disappointment when Moller Wolfe was signed, the 22-year-old responded in the best way possible — by raising his own game.
He’s been a constant threat down the left flank and even captained Wolves in their recent clash with Tottenham Hotspur, showcasing growing maturity and leadership.
If his fellow players can start matching his intensity and creativity, there’s every reason to believe Wolves can climb away from trouble. For now, Hugo Bueno stands as a symbol of determination — a player doing everything right, but still waiting for his teammates to rise to his level.