Wolverhampton Wanderers defender Ruben Vinagre returned from injury at the weekend as his side defeated Norwich City at Molineux.
The Portuguese star, who is valued at £9m, according to Transfermarkt, picked up a hamstring injury at Manchester United back in January and had been sidelined ever since, but fortunately for Nuno Espirito Santo, his return has come at a good time with Jonny having left the stadium at the weekend wearing a protective boot (as per the Express and Star).
Vinagre took to social media to express his pleasure at having returned. Here is how some of the supporters responded to his post.
Are you excited by the prospect of seeing more of Ruben Vinagre?
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Great to see you back bossman
— Tyler crowson (@Tylercrowson2) February 24, 2020
Brilliant to see you back on the pitch. Fast and strong. You are a star young Ruben. ???
— Peter Richardson (@peterpecker11) February 24, 2020
What a fantastic future this guys got
— Tony Springthorpe (@tonywolf51) February 24, 2020
Glad you are back in the pack. Well played ???
— Danny T™? ?? (@taylord1210) February 24, 2020
Great to have you back Ruben ?
— David Dudley (@Dudley_1971) February 24, 2020
Welcome back Ruben…top wolf ?
— Nigel Greer (@NigelGreer7) February 25, 2020
What do we think?
Ruben Vinagre is just 20 years old and signed for the club from Monaco in July 2018 in a deal reportedly worth £2.03m (via Transfermarkt.co.uk). He’s made just 11 appearances in the Premier League so far this season but he could be given more opportunities if Jonny’s injury keeps him out for a while.
Wolves continue to battle on the European stage, and in order to meet their objectives this season, we believe Nuno Espirito Santo will need to rotate effectively – and therefore, Vinagre’s return comes as a boost to the side whichever way you look at it.