Angel Gomes has revealed that Wolves manager Rob Edwards played a decisive role in convincing him to join the Premier League club, with the midfielder eager to reignite his career and contribute to the team’s ambitions.
The England international of Angolan descent has completed a loan move from French side Olympique Marseille until June, marking a return to English football after spells abroad.
The former Manchester United academy graduate highlighted his longstanding relationship with Edwards as a key factor behind his decision.
Gomes previously worked with the Wolves boss during his time with England’s Under-20 side, a partnership that left a lasting impression. He explained that Edwards’ leadership style and the positive environment he has created at Molineux made the move particularly appealing.
Gomes noted that he wanted to join a club where he could feel valued and be part of a collective effort to achieve success.
He credited Edwards not only for his coaching abilities but also for offering personal support during challenging moments earlier in his career.
“Working under the manager Rob (attracted him). I’ve known him for quite a while and you can see the spirit he’s brought since he came in, you can see it in the lads, you can see it in a lot of the games. For me, it was important to join somewhere where I can feel part of a team trying to do something.
“He was the assistant at England under-20s and we got on really well. We had a lot of individual meetings, and I was going through a difficult spell at my former club at the time, and he was someone that was there for me.
“Apart from being a coach at a human level, he’s a great guy, so I’m happy to be here working with him. You can see how he’s changed the environment here, everyone’s taken to him, the tactics, and it’s exciting.
“I was young when I made my debut at United, I was young so learning a lot about the game, so it’s exciting to be back (in the Premier League). Being around top level, elite players with England, you take in as much as you can from them. Coming here, I’ll try and show what I can do, what I’m about, try and be a positive addition to the team, and try to be as positive as possible to help in all aspects.”
