“I am the person who takes full responsibility and I will be accountable for my job and the future plan of Wolves,” said executive chairman Nathan Shi last month.
After the shock sacking of Rob Edwards last week, one which blindsided the manager and his staff along with many at Molineux, it is not just Shi who needs this change – which is a gamble – to work for Wolves.
Shi and owners Fosun led the change and after replacing Jeff Shi in December, he could find himself the focal point of supporters’ anger just like his predecessor.
If it fails, a fanbase who had started revolting over the past 18 months will look for full revolution against the owners.
Automatic promotion is the plan next season and Cesar Peixoto has to have Wolves in the title race in the Championship.
Even then, there is no harmony or patience with Fosun after what supporters see as a managed decline over the years of selling off the club’s best players and failing to replace them.
Wolves and the ownership deny that and they are expected to financially back Peixoto – just like they had planned to do with Edwards – to ensure they return to the Premier League at the first attempt.
The club wanted more experienced players, with knowledge of the English game, to help and also reflect the club and city better and Raul Jimenez’s return does just that.
So there is positivity, the mistakes of last summer’s window look to have been learned from.
But after Edwards’ dismissal – him and his staff finding out about a possible change on social media – and the unity presented, with words like “alignment” used over the past few months, the direction of Wolves remains hard to judge.
THE best beaches in Europe have been revealed and the number one spot is a beautiful escape with super cheap flights.
Dubbed one of Portugal’s ‘Sunset Beaches’, Monte Clérigo sits in the Algarve region, but is much quieter than other crowded resorts.
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Monte Clerigo Beach has been declared the best in EuropeCredit: AlamyIt has sweeping golden sands and is much lesser-known then other Algarve resortsCredit: Alamy
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The Algarve draws in millions of Brits every year wanting to explore its golden sand beaches and bask in its glorious sunshine.
It’s most popular resorts include Albufeira, Vilamoura and Alvor – but that’s not where you’ll find the best beach.
Tucked away on the western coast is Praia de Monte Clérigo which has just been declared the best beach in all of Europe by European Best Destinations.
Beaches across Europe are assessed on aspects like natural beauty to water quality, family-friendliness, available activities, accommodation and overall atmosphere.
The 30 highest-rated beaches are then submitted to an international panel of travellers and tourism enthusiasts who vote to find the ‘Best Beaches in Europe 2026′.
Monte Clérigo Beach was described the beach as having ‘golden cliffs’ and ‘wild Atlantic landscapes’.
The ‘wildness’ of the coastal spot comes from the fact that it forms part of the Southwest Alentejo and Vicentine Coast Natural Park where there’s lots of greenery and plenty of hiking routes.
The beach also has fine sand, low-tide rock pools, is ideal for surfing, and its nearby town of Aljezur is filled with colourful cottages some of which sit up on the cliffside.
Monte Clérigo is considered one of Portugal’s best ‘Sunset Beaches’ too.
Monte Clérigo is considered one of Portugal’s best ‘Sunset BeachesCredit: Alamy
Thanks to its position on the western coast, beachgoers have a clear view of the sun as it sets looking like it sinks into the ocean.
One visitor wrote on Tripadvisor: “Stunning beach on rugged coastline. Visited several times. Away from hectic tourist resorts. This beach is beautiful. It’s well worth waiting for some sunset photos!”
Another added: “I discovered another beautiful beach on the southwest coast of Portugal. Pristine and unspoiled is how I’d describe the place.”
Right on the sands is Restaurant O Sargo which has live music every Friday night and is popular with locals and visitors who enjoy fresh seafood and watch the sunset in the evening.
The beach is easily reachable from the UK – you could be there in five hoursCredit: Alamy
Faro International Airport is an hour and a half drive away from the beach, so from the UK you could be sunbathing on the beach in under five hours.
One-way flights are as little as £13.99 in June flying from London Luton with Wizz Air.
Other beaches that secured a spot on the list were Voutoumi Beach in Antipaxos which came in second place.
Elafonisi Beach which is a rare pink beach in Crete came in fourth place.
One beach in Norway even made it onto the list, Kvalvika Beach has bright blue waters and is backed by enormous mountains – certainly making it one of the most beautiful.
