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Wolves’ Lopez ‘not 100%’ to start at Middlesbrough

Wolves boss Cesar Peixoto says Spain Under-21 star Fer Lopez is not guaranteed to be fit for Middlesbrough game after picking up an injury on international duty.

BBC

Published: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 3:10 PM

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Cesar Peixoto stated Fer Lopez is not 100% certain to play against Middlesbrough on Saturday.
Lopez returned early from Spain Under-21 duty after experiencing physical discomfort and minor training pain.
Peixoto will weigh the risk of playing Lopez ahead of a busy run of three games in six days.

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Wolverhampton Wanderers head coach Cesar Peixoto revealed forward Fer Lopez is not 100% certain to start against Middlesbrough on Saturday. The 22-year-old suffered an injury while on international duty with the Spain Under-21 squad and reported physical discomfort during recent training. Peixoto indicated he will confer with the medical staff and Lopez before deciding whether to risk him.

Wolves face a congested schedule of three matches in six days, prompting caution over squad fitness. In addition to Lopez, midfielder Jordan James returned from Wales duty with a minor foot issue, while Jean-Ricner Bellegarde might require rest following international travel and appearances with Haiti.

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Wolves’ Lopez ‘not 100%’ to start at Middlesbrough

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