Wolves boss Kenny Jackett has claimed James Wilson is set to stay at Manchester United.
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The 26-year-old was touted as a potential signing by Championship rivals Charlton Athletic and boss Kenny Jackett is understandably keen to tie him down to a longer deal.
The Dutch manager had indicated that the forward would be sent on loan to gain experience playing regular first-team football, while making it clear that they would have a call-back option in his contract in case of an injury to one of their regular strikers.
However, the expectations are significantly higher at Wolves, as they are looking to mount a promotion push this season, having just missed out on a play-off place last term.
“The information is he’s not available”, Jackett told PA. But if he’s not available, he’s not available to us.
“You get a sense and an idea”, he added.
“You would always want a positive fan base and the fans to be happy with what we’re doing – what will turn that are performances and results”.
Striker Adam Le Fondre is Wolves’ main injury doubt after picking up a knock in training. “I wouldn’t hesitate to give them an opportunity if I thought it was necessary”.
“Ultimately it’s about winning games and there’s only one group of people that earns the fan’s confidence and that’s us”.
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Jackett has however revealed that Wolves will not be signing Wilson as cover for the injured Nouha Dicko as United are “keeping him there for the time being”.
