Cesar Peixoto issues worrying Wolves injury update with latest on key forward

Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Cesar Peixoto has confirmed that striker Raul Jimenez faces a longer spell on the sidelines than previously anticipated. The Mexican forward remains in a knee brace with no confirmed return date ahead of the club's Championship match against Middlesbrough. Peixoto also voiced concerns regarding several key players returning from international duty, noting that late decisions will be required for their upcoming clash.

Midfielder Fer Lopez returned from Spain Under-21 duty with a knee problem, while Jordan James is managing a foot issue. Peixoto further explained that Jean-Ricner Bellegarde's minutes must be managed due to excessive travel and fatigue. If Lopez and James are ruled out alongside Jimenez, Peixoto may call upon Adam Armstrong and Tommy Doyle to feature in the starting lineup.