Jorgen Strand Larsen in altercation with mutinous Wolves fans after loss to Burnley
Wolves fans were outraged with their side’s performance against Burnley as Jorgen Strand Larsen led the players who confronted mutinous supporters.
Vitor Pereira is facing new job scrutiny at Wolves after a catastrophic 3-2 defeat to the Clarets in front of the Molineux faithful.
Sources told Football Insider that an 11-heavy delegation from the Fosun ownership group were seen at Wolves on Sunday amid heightened chances of the Portuguese being axed by the club.
Supporters were furious with the Wanderers’ lack-lustred display as the battle to stay in the Premier League has become even more difficult.
Strand Larsen in spat with Wolves supporters on final whistle as poor run of form continues
Following the end of the game, footage captured Pereira in a verbal exchange with angry Wolves fans after a missed opportunity to claim a vital set of three points.
Also caught up in the commotion was the Norwegian striker, who netted earlier in the match, as he was incensed by the home support’s anger immediately after the tempestuous clash.
The former Celta Vigo frontman had to be held back by teammates, just after his manager faced up to the disdain from the fans.
Dispute with Wolves faithful suggests Strand Larsen could be seeking January exit
During the summer transfer window, Strand Larsen was targeted by Newcastle as they looked for an Alexander Isak replacement.
Former Man United and Sunderland chief scout Mick Brown exclusively told Football Insider that Strand Larsen is still distracted by a move away from Wolves following the transfer interest in the last window.
These latest scenes suggest the Norwegian will look to push an exit from the Molineux through in the upcoming January transfer window with a certain disconnect from the supporters.
The 25-year-old has battled with niggling injuries so far this season, but his excellence in the previous campaigns indicates that he will be on many European clubs’ radars.
Those that are pursuing the number nine will be thrilled by this altercation with fans with the Midlands club perhaps more open to selling their forward.
A disinterested and disconnected player with the fans will not bring a positive atmosphere in the changing rooms and on the pitch, giving under pressure Pereira a headache.