Supporters of Wolverhampton Wanderers have reacted to the news, relayed by Tim Spiers, that head of medical, Phil Hayward, will leave Molineux.
On Monday morning, the Athletic reporter relayed a quote from Kevin Thelwell, who paid homage to the “exceptional” team that Hayward had put together (as per Tim Spiers), which was echoed by supporters.
A sad farewell to head of medical @PTphilhayward who leaves Wolves after more than 11 years for a new job overseas.
Kevin Thelwell: "Phil has put together an exceptional medical and sports science team at Compton over the years."
— Tim Spiers (@TimSpiers) January 27, 2020
The medical team under Nuno have worked miracles to keep our small squad fit. Phil deserves a huge amount of credit! I’m sure he will be missed but his legacy is in the team he has left behind. Thank you and all the best Phil!
— NAG (@Kingwolf84) January 27, 2020
Medical department is key to our success. Getting the right person in to replace will be a big task
— Jonathon Giddings (@Giddo_90) January 27, 2020
Wow, all the very best Phil.
— JustinL (@JustinL1977_) January 27, 2020
Do you believe that Phil Hayward's medical team have played a vital role in Wolves' successes?Yes, they have been absolutely influential
No, no more so than any other medical team |
As also reported by the Express and Star, Hayward leaves the Old Gold after 11-and-a-half years at the club for a similar role with MLS side, LA Galaxy (as per Express and Star).
With many believing that Hayward had played a vital role in the successes of Wolves in recent years, they paid testament to his abilities following Spiers’ post.
Done an amazing job! Good luck fella
— ?????? ? ? (@Jamo__) January 27, 2020
Yes, very sad he’s leaving us, a great servant to the club. Phil was also one of the first people whose contract I renewed (and upped his wages) on Football Manager!
— Steve (@wolfinbristol) January 27, 2020
Good luck on your new adventure overseas Phil! All the best to you and your family. #wwfc
— Gaz Wooldridge (@GazWooldridge) January 27, 2020
What do we think?
Having a medical team which works efficiently and effectively is vitally important to any side’s successes as injuries are unavoidable across the entirety of a season.
As reported by the Express and Star, the former head of medical left for America with the club’s best wishes and their thanks for all of his years of service (per Express and Star).