Adam Armstrong says having played against Rob Edwards teams in the past, he can’t wait to be on the opposite side, playing for his new manager at Wolves.
The striker became Edwards’ first signing as Old Gold head coach on Monday, swapping Southampton, where he’d spent the past four and half years, for a fresh challenge at Molineux.
The 28-year-old spoke of his immense pride at becoming a Wolves player and knowing Edwards’ approach as a coach allows him to think he’ll be a perfect fit at Molineux, hopefully bringing goals and leadership to his new side.
On becoming a Wolves player
“I’m so proud and honoured to be able to represent this club. It was in the pipeline for a little bit, and it seemed to happen so quick. I’m delighted and over the moon – what a club to come to, with the history of the club, the fans, everything about it. Over the weekend things started to progress quite quick and before you know it I was travelling up here to get it all sorted.
“I’m honoured. I’ve played against the gaffer’s teams before and I know how he works. It’s such a hardworking, honest group, and I think you’ve seen that in recent games. I’m excited to become a part of the project and we’ll see what happens moving forward. All I can say to the fans is they're going to get 100 per cent from me every time I wear the shirt, which is the main thing.”
On a new challenge
“Being at a club for so long is good, but it was time for a change. Me and my family are extremely excited to get up here and get things sorted. I’ve got nothing but good words to say about Southampton because they made me into a man, from when I first joined when I was younger. I’m so thankful to them for allowing me to come here and progress my future.
“Molineux is amazing. As an opposition player Molineux's a nice stadium, a good atmosphere, big pitch and they're only fond memories, but not for myself because we’ve always been beaten here, but I’m excited.”
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On playing for Edwards
“I’ve had a bit of interaction with him over the last couple of years, with the clubs he’s been at. He’s a top man and told me how he wants from me, and how he thinks I can fit in and help the team, and that’s what I’m here to do.
“Hopefully everything goes to plan, and I can train with the boys on Tuesday, get to know them a bit more, and see what happens at the weekend.”
On bringing his leadership qualities
“I spoke with my wife the other day – you’re once a young player and it seems to go so quickly into a senior player. I like to think I’m a leader and I can help the boys on and off the pitch. I don’t think the lads will need much help here with that, I’ve heard it’s a great group and I’m excited to get involved and hopefully chip in with a few goals.”
On arriving in good form
“We had a bit of a bad patch towards the end of me leaving, we weren’t winning as many games as we’d like to, but I’m feeling good, feeling fit, and in form as well.
“I’m a pretty confident guy, and as a striker you’re always going to get chances, and it’s whether you put them away or not. It’s all about confidence and hopefully I’ll hit the ground running and see where it takes me.”
