Wolverhampton Wanderers head coach Cesar Peixoto has gone public with his desire to add a winger to his Championship squad, confirming he is actively seeking another free-agent addition following the close of the main transfer window.

Peixoto speaks candidly on recruitment

Speaking at his pre-match press conference on Friday, Peixoto addressed the outcome of the summer window and whether the changes made to the squad have gone far enough. According to the BBC Radio WM interview, the Wolves head coach was candid in his assessment, acknowledging that he would still welcome further reinforcement out wide.

"I want a winger," Peixoto is understood to have said, making clear that the position remains a priority even with the window for registered clubs having shut. Because the player in question would be unattached, a free-agent deal could be concluded outside of the standard deadline, giving Wolves flexibility to bring someone in during the weeks ahead.

The Championship does permit clubs to sign free agents at any point in the season, meaning Wolves are not completely without options. Finding the right profile, however, is a matter of time and availability rather than simply desire.

Krejci's immediate future addressed

Peixoto also touched on the immediate future of Ladislav Krejci, according to the broadcast. The specifics of Krejci's situation were not fully detailed in the press conference summary, but the fact that the head coach felt it necessary to address the topic publicly suggests there has been some uncertainty around the player's position within the squad this season.

Krejci's status is understood to be among the items Wolves are still working through as Peixoto shapes his group for the campaign ahead. It is not yet clear whether that involves a potential departure, a change of role, or simply a need to manage expectations around his availability.

Window verdict: enough change?

Peixoto was also pressed on whether the club has done sufficient business overall during the summer, a question that hangs over many Championship rosters at this point in the calendar. While the head coach's full verdict was delivered in audio form via BBC Radio WM, the framing of the interview suggests he regards the squad as a work in progress rather than a finished product.

That is a familiar position for many second-tier managers at the start of September. The Championship is an unforgiving division where squad depth is routinely tested across a 46-game season, and Wolves, like the majority of their rivals, will need to cope with injuries, suspensions and rotation across a congested fixture list.

Sunday's test against Blues

The press conference was held in advance of Sunday's match away at Birmingham City, a fixture that will be covered live on BBC Radio WM. That game provides Wolves with an early opportunity to demonstrate where the squad currently stands, and Peixoto's public comments about recruitment suggest he is managing expectations while keeping the door open for further additions.

Whether a suitable free-agent winger can be found quickly enough to influence the early weeks of the season remains to be seen. For now, Peixoto has made his intentions clear: he is still in the market, and the search continues.

Frequently asked

Can Wolves sign a free agent after the transfer window has closed?
Yes. Championship clubs are permitted to sign players who are unattached (out of contract) at any point during the season, so Wolves can add a free-agent winger even after the standard transfer deadline has passed.
Who is Ladislav Krejci and what is his situation at Wolves?
Ladislav Krejci is a player whose immediate future at Wolverhampton Wanderers was discussed by head coach Cesar Peixoto at his Friday press conference, though the full details of his situation have not yet been made public.
What position does Cesar Peixoto want to strengthen at Wolves?
Peixoto has confirmed he is looking to bring in a winger on a free transfer, describing that position as a priority as he looks to add further depth to the Wolves squad.