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‘He's like the soul of the team’ - Wolves boss pleased with return of key defender

Cesar Peixoto has labelled Kieran Trippier the ‘soul’ of Wolves’ team, as he hopes to build the defender’s fitness back up.

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Liam Keen
Sep 16, 2026
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The veteran right-back returned from a knee injury at the weekend, as he came off the bench to play a key role in Wolves’ late winner at Sheffield United.

Peixoto insists Trippier’s experience and leadership is crucial to the Wolves dressing room and the defender is at the very heart of what they are doing successfully.

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