Wolverhampton Wanderers appoint Cesar Peixoto as head coach on two-year deal
Wolverhampton Wanderers have appointed Cesar Peixoto as their new head coach on a two-year contract following the departure of Rob Edwards.
The 46-year-old arrives at Molineux from Portuguese top-flight club Gil Vicente.
He is tasked with guiding the Midlands outfit back to the Premier League after they finished bottom of the table last season.
This upcoming campaign will mark the club’s first appearance in the Championship since 2018.
First managerial role abroad
Taking the reins in England represents the Portuguese tactician’s first managerial position outside of his homeland.
He arrives with a growing reputation after leading his former employers to an impressive sixth-placed finish in the Primeira Liga.
Notably, his recent tenure was the first time in a seven-year managerial career that he completed an entire season at a single club.
A clear identity and strong leadership
The Molineux hierarchy moved swiftly to secure their new man after parting ways with previous boss Edwards last week.
Executive chairman Nathan Shi highlighted the incoming manager’s mentality and work ethic during a rigorous recruitment process.
“Throughout our discussions with him, it became clear very quickly that he possesses many of the qualities we believe are important for the future of this football club,” said Nathan Shi.
“We wanted clear identity, strong leadership qualities and a real hunger to succeed.”
“He is young, energetic and ambitious, but he is also thoughtful, accountable and willing to challenge himself and those around him in pursuit of improvement.”
