Wolves' Ultimate 25-Man Premier League Squad
By Robbie Walls
Such has been the rise of the club in recent seasons, it is easy to forget that Wolves have not enjoyed an extended spell in England's top flight during the Premier League era.
Incredibly, this is only the sixth season in which the club have played in the top tier (since 1992), with their current form perhaps masking the failure of previous decades.
While their previous spells at the highest level often to led to scraps for survival, the new era at Molineux has seen Nuno Espirito Santo assemble an exciting side that has the potential to match anyone in the country.
Such has been the brilliance of the present side, the selection below will feature heavily from the current roster, yet while also recognising the great names of the club's past top level teams.
Here's a look then at Wolves' ultimate 25-man Premier League squad...
Goalkeepers
Rui Patricio: While he has the potential to drop the odd clanger, the 2016 European Championship winning goalkeeper has been a steady performer between the sticks in the last two seasons, and was a coup for the club when he was signed.
Wayne Hennessey: The current Palace stopper and Wales number one has been a mainstay in the Premier League in the last decade, and is an often underrated asset at both club and international level.
Carl Ikeme: While he may not have donned the gloves too often in the top flight, the Wolves legend is a worthy inclusion in this list. After 15 year spell at the club, the Nigerian international was sadly forced to retire due to a diagnosis of acute leukaemia.
Honourable Mention: Marcus Hahnemann
Centre Backs
Jody Craddock: The Wolves legend spent 10 years at the club after arriving from relegated Sunderland in 2003, and was a bedrock of the side which spent three successive years in the Premier League between 2009 and 2012. He is now an artist in his post-football life.
George Elokobi: While he may have spent more time at left-back, Elokobi was an absolute monster of a player at Wolves, and often spent time in the centre of defence. The Cameroon-born defender is still plying his trade for Maidstone United.
Conor Coady: The leader of the new era at Wolves, the former Liverpool youngster has been a mainstay of the side that has mounted a charge both domestically and in Europe this season. An England call-up on the horizon perhaps?
Willy Boly: Another current first team player, Boly has endeared himself to the Wolves faithful with his defensive prowess and attacking intent at the other end, with the Frenchman memorably scoring in the 1-1 draw with Manchester City last season.
Honourable Mention: Richard Stearman
Right Backs
Dennis Irwin: While the former Manchester United legend may have played the majority of his career on the left, the versatile Irishman will have switch to the other flank in order to secure a worthy place in this squad.
Matt Doherty: The full-back turned wing-back has been one of the many revelations at Molineux in recent seasons, providing an attacking outlet throughout games, as well as conjuring up a number of goals and assists from wide positions.
Honourable Mention: Kevin Foley
Left Backs
Stephen Ward: The current Stoke City defender was a vital part of Mick McCarthy's side of the late 2000s, with his wand of a left boot providing a constant threat down the left.
Jonny: The man signed from Atletico Madrid - despite never playing for them - has been an understated yet effective performer in the last two seasons, offering a more defensive nous than Doherty on the other flank.
Central Midfielders
Dave Edwards: The Welshman may not be one of the more glamorous names on this list, but he was a solid part of the Wolves setup for over 10 years, before leaving to join Reading in 2017. He currently plays for League One side Shrewsbury Town.
Ruben Neves: Does much need to be said about this man? Plucked miraculously from Portuguese giants Porto in 2017, Neves has scored worldie after worldie, and is surely set for a big move in the future. Sorry, it's true.
Joao Moutinho: Another class midfielder, Neves' international colleague has been a sorely underrated cog of Santo's meticulous machine since his arrival. Perhaps the most talented player in this 25-man squad.
Paul Ince: The self-proclaimed 'Guvner' may not be the most loved pundit, but he was certainly a gifted player on his day. While his best days were behind him when he joined the midlands club, Ince was a real coup at the time for second tier Wolves.
Honourable Mention: Leander Dendoncker
Right Midfielders
Michael Kightly: Although he was plagued by injuries at the club, the former non-league wide-man remained a gifted asset to the squad as the club fought for Premier League survival.
Adama Traore: The big man would certainly be a starter in this side, with his recent conversion from frustrating sprinter to potent goal threat a vital part of the club's impressive form this season.
Left Midfielders
Matt Jarvis: The one-time West Ham winger had the ability to play on either flank and was a consistent starter during his time at the club. After a particularly impressive 2010/11 season, Jarvis was awarded Supporters' Player of the Year and Players' Player of the Year at the club.
Helder Costa: While the Portuguese international may be out on loan at Championship promotion hopefuls Leeds, he is perhaps one of the most talented additions to the side in recent years. While often taking after his compatriot Nani in being both brilliant and frustrating in equal measure, he still deserves a place in this squad.
Honourable Mention: Stephen Hunt
Attacking Midfielders
Diogo Jota: With the ability to play anywhere across the frontline, Jota has been sensational since his arrival in 2017, forging a ruthless partnership with Raul Jimenez as well as becoming a mainstay of many Fantasy Football sides.
Daniel Podence: Now, he may have just signed, but the former Olympiakos attacker has already showed glimpses of his quality. The diminutive Portuguese forward has been likened to a certain Eden Hazard, and is likely to impress further when football resume. Watch this space.
Honourable Mention: Jamie O'Hara
Forwards
Kevin Doyle: Former Ireland striker Doyle led the line for the club in their last spell in the top flight, and while he was never prolific, his goal output was vital in keeping the club in the Premier League.
Raul Jimenez: The star of the current side, the Mexican has impressed fans, players and pundits alike with his mix of brilliant hold-up play and his eye for the goal, and is undoubtedly destined for bigger things. Could be an interesting summer for the former Benfica man...
Steven Fletcher: While he's hated by Sunderland fans - and rightly so - his form at Wolves was another big part in Wolves' continued survival in the big time. The tall Scotsman was, like Doyle, never truly prolific, but chipped in with a fair share of goals.
Steve Bull: He may not have played for the club in the Premier League, but no squad would be complete without 'Bully'. His tally of over 300 goals for the club is staggering, and it is a crying shame he could never carry his side to the top tier.