Pedro Neto

[Woburn Wolf]

I cannot wait for this guy to return. We have lacked a cutting edge all season costing us several points. I am convinced that he is the man to make a real difference.

 

[Living at other WWFC]

Even MGW might help.

 

[Peszkywolf]

Isn't there an old Neto thread to merge?

But yes he was class, hoping he hasnt lost his mad pace.
Whens he due back???

 

[VancouverWolf]

I cannot wait for this guy to return. We have lacked a cutting edge all season costing us several points. I am convinced that he is the man to make a real difference.

He’s great and hope he gets back soon.
I hope that Neto, Silva, Raul and Podence become a formidable foursome in our attacks. Thry all understand the speedy give and go that Neves and Mouthino lack…..they’re too cautious, looking to give the perfect pass, imo.
( not sure yet about Hwang, ergo Silva).

 

[Coshamwolves]

Hopeful that he`s back around end of Jan. He knows how to shoot on target...that is massive for us! Only time will tell.

 

[Carl Corts Flick Ons]

Even MGW might help.

Gibbs-white, the new jack price, best player in the world when he isn’t actually playing

Get him back in a midfield with saiss like others are calling for and it’s top four for us no problem

 

[theweave]

Is he even on the grass yet? Seems a fair bit behind Jonny at the moment

 

[WolfLing]

Like a new signing!

 

[Jamwolf]

Neto and Podence left and right would be a formidable combination, but the odds of both of them being fit on the same day seem remote...

 

[Woburn Wolf]

He’s great and hope he gets back soon.
I hope that Neto, Silva, Raul and Podence become a formidable foursome in our attacks. Thry all understand the speedy give and go that Neves and Mouthino lack…..they’re too cautious, looking to give the perfect pass, imo.
( not sure yet about Hwang, ergo Silva).

For me Neto and Neves are the long term jewels in our crown and must be retained if we are to progress.

 

[Mile End Wanderer]

For me Neto and Neves are the long term jewels in our crown and must be retained if we are to progress.

Neves won’t be here if an offer of 60m comes in we have to be self sufficient these days

 

[Keith maniac]

All clubs have to be self sufficient, that’s the idea.

 

[George AlooGobi]

Isn't there an old Neto thread to merge?

Please, no.

Unless someone reads every post daily it's really awkward keeping up with those thousand post threads. The transfer window ones especially are a complete joke

 

[Evthewolf]

I just hope Jonny and Neto return fully fit and haven’t lost anything. Some players are never the same after serious injury and just pray that’s not the case. Neto especially for me, if he’s lost nothing, will go on to be one of the best in the world.

 

[Wonder Boyo]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1470884533180542981

 

[Mr Sizzle]

Thanks for that. Shame I thought he has started his training.. seems unlikely he will be playing before the start of March.. can’t wait to see him back but I guess they need to be so careful.. it’s such a long time to be out

 

[Minimalist]

Does anyone know the details of his injury?
I’m assuming it is a bit like a broken bone and once it heals it is as strong or stronger than before? Rather than being like a mended ligament which is prone to go again?

 

[Matthew Wilson]

He won't want to come back from Portugal if he's seeing the girl I've just seen him with on Instagram!!!!

 

[kennyB]

Best forget about him until next season.

 

[Scallywolf]

Best forget about him until next season.

I would tend to agree with you.

As long as we are safe from any relegation worries why risk him.

We are unlikely to be involved in a fight for European places as well so build up his fitness and strength to be ready from day one of next season.

He’s 21 years old with a long career (hopefully with us) ahead of him. Hopefully our excellent medical team will know when he is ready.

 

[maws]

The looming lockdown may help us, we get Neto back after loosing all January games lol

 

[WolfLing]

Does anyone know the details of his injury?
I’m assuming it is a bit like a broken bone and once it heals it is as strong or stronger than before? Rather than being like a mended ligament which is prone to go again?

This guy knows.....

Former Wolves physio gives time frame on Pedro Neto injury

Awful, rare, complex injury. He had a rather bad, displaced patella fracture. A lot of unknowns still with this one!

Some worrying extracts from t'interweb below.....

Complications of Patellar Fractures​

Even after successful treatment, some patients with patellar fractures may experience long-term complications.

Posttraumatic Arthritis​

Posttraumatic arthritis is a type of arthritis that develops after an injury. Even when your bones heal normally, the articular cartilage covering the bones can be damaged, leading to pain and stiffness over time. Severe arthritis occurs in a small percentage of patients with patellar fractures. Mild to moderate arthritis—a condition called chondromalacia patella—is much more common.

Muscle Weakness​

Some patients may have permanent weakness of the quadriceps muscle in the front of the thigh after a fracture. Some loss of motion in the knee, including both straightening (extension) and bending (flexion), is also common. This loss of motion is not usually disabling.

Chronic Pain​

Long-term pain in the front of the knee is common with patellar fractures. While the cause of this pain is not completely understood, it is likely that it is related to posttraumatic arthritis, stiffness, and muscle weakness. Some patients find that they are more comfortable wearing a knee brace or support.

Outcome​

How long it takes to recover after a patellar fracture will depend upon a number of factors, including:

• The severity of your injury
• Whether your treatment was surgical or nonsurgical
• The time needed for rehabilitation

Most patients will be able to return to their normal activities within 3 to 6 months. For patients with severe fractures, the return to activity may take longer.
Your doctor may suggest some lifestyle changes to help protect your knee and prevent future problems. This may include avoiding activities that involve repetitive deep knee bending or squatting. Climbing stairs or ladders should be avoided, as well.

Full link here: Patellar Fractures (Broken Kneecap) - OrthoInfo - AAOS

 

[Peszkywolf]

So...... Neto you need to stop climbing the football ladder & stay at Molineux.....

We need him back ASAP.....but Thought he had a decent potential to being the best player in the world before this injury.... so fingers crossed and give him another 6 months.

 

[The Wolf In The North]

It was marked at the time of the injury how quiet and careful the club were with information, and how infrequent updates were. There was never really a solid timeframe for his potential return, just speculation, but it's always been noted as a complex and unusual injury.

All being well we'll see a cameo from the bench here and there come April, but if he returns properly (all hopes go to him) then next season will be the key one. Would be dreadful for all concerned if the nature of the injury means he simply doesn't come back as the same player we loved, the world was at his feet this time last year.

 

[Black Country Wanderer]

It is a very bad injury, and one that takes a long time to heal, if ever
Being young strong and an athlete all help,but conversely putting strain on the knee can lead to complications
Every faith the medics will do everything possible to get him back fully fit,but personally i would say next season is best we can hope for

 

[Deleted member 8455jwf]

It is a very bad injury, and one that takes a long time to heal, if ever
Being young strong and an athlete all help,but conversely putting strain on the knee can lead to complications
Every faith the medics will do everything possible to get him back fully fit,but personally i would say next season is best we can hope for

He will be back this season, probably not before March. Players don't start training and take 6 months to get back onto the pitch without a reoccurance.

 

[Sussex Wolf]

Thanks for that. Shame I thought he has started his training.. seems unlikely he will be playing before the start of March.. can’t wait to see him back but I guess they need to be so careful.. it’s such a long time to be out

He’s been posting his post op fitness work for a long time, but that’s just to maintain his basic level of fitness. From Bruno’s comments, he still looks some way off. If so, I’d be looking to bring MGW back in Jan to give us more options in the attacking third. We also need another senior striker, and then hopefully get Silva out to a Champ team on loan so he can get competitive game time and get him ready to compete in our squad next season.

 

[waveney wolf]

It's the stupid modern boots they wear.
On the same subject, how far away is Jony??

 

[De Wolfs Mullet]

It's the stupid modern boots they wear.

What do you mean?

 

[Scallywolf]

It's the stupid modern boots they wear.
On the same subject, how far away is Jony??

Players don’t wear boots on their knees.

Footballers wear them to kick other players knees!

I’ve seen no updates on Jonnys injury for ages.

 

[AndyY]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1470884533180542981

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“January”could be the end of January, and then he has to have the equivalent of pre-season, so another 4-5 weeks so I am guessing middle of March at best.

 

[waveney wolf]

What do you mean?

The blade type soles get stuck in the turf , damaging knee joints

 

[Bill S Preston Esq.]

What do you mean?

"Ouch, I've stubbed my patellar"

 

[Mile End Wanderer]

If he’s back ready and fit for the start of feb along with Jonny maybe even sooner il be very happy just to have two such important players back will be huge

 

[Wolves Heathen]

There is no need to rush either Pedro or Jonny back given the seriousness of both injuries and the risk of both of them being career ending, so i would prefer both of them to gradually build up there strength and have them both back fit and well for next season.

 

[TriumphWolf]

Given the nature of his injury and the fact it has always been termed ‘complex’ it was always very unlikely that he’d be able to contribute anything meaningful this season.

There is no need for any part of his rehab to be rushed, however all athletes want to return as quickly as possible - I’m sure he is sensible enough to follow the guidance of the medics to give him the best chance of both a full recovery and reduce the opportunities of future recurrence.

I’d love to see him back on the pitch, but only when he’s fully recovered.

 

[Dr Wolfenstein]

This guy knows.....

Former Wolves physio gives time frame on Pedro Neto injury

Awful, rare, complex injury. He had a rather bad, displaced patella fracture. A lot of unknowns still with this one!

Some worrying extracts from t'interweb below...

• Your doctor may suggest some lifestyle changes to help protect your knee and prevent future problems. This may include avoiding activities that involve repetitive deep knee bending or squatting. Climbing stairs or ladders should be avoided, as well.

Full link here: Patellar Fractures (Broken Kneecap) - OrthoInfo - AAOS

This is the ominous part.

 

[Oh When the Wolves]

This is the ominous part.

He’s a profressional football player with the best physios doctors and consultants in the world able to advise him.

I’m sure he will be fine

 

[YouGottaRaulWithIt]

This guy knows.....

Former Wolves physio gives time frame on Pedro Neto injury

Awful, rare, complex injury. He had a rather bad, displaced patella fracture. A lot of unknowns still with this one!

Some worrying extracts from t'interweb below.....

Complications of Patellar Fractures​

Even after successful treatment, some patients with patellar fractures may experience long-term complications.

Posttraumatic Arthritis​

Posttraumatic arthritis is a type of arthritis that develops after an injury. Even when your bones heal normally, the articular cartilage covering the bones can be damaged, leading to pain and stiffness over time. Severe arthritis occurs in a small percentage of patients with patellar fractures. Mild to moderate arthritis—a condition called chondromalacia patella—is much more common.

Muscle Weakness​

Some patients may have permanent weakness of the quadriceps muscle in the front of the thigh after a fracture. Some loss of motion in the knee, including both straightening (extension) and bending (flexion), is also common. This loss of motion is not usually disabling.

Chronic Pain​

Long-term pain in the front of the knee is common with patellar fractures. While the cause of this pain is not completely understood, it is likely that it is related to posttraumatic arthritis, stiffness, and muscle weakness. Some patients find that they are more comfortable wearing a knee brace or support.

Outcome​

How long it takes to recover after a patellar fracture will depend upon a number of factors, including:

• The severity of your injury
• Whether your treatment was surgical or nonsurgical
• The time needed for rehabilitation

Most patients will be able to return to their normal activities within 3 to 6 months. For patients with severe fractures, the return to activity may take longer.
Your doctor may suggest some lifestyle changes to help protect your knee and prevent future problems. This may include avoiding activities that involve repetitive deep knee bending or squatting. Climbing stairs or ladders should be avoided, as well.

Full link here: Patellar Fractures (Broken Kneecap) - OrthoInfo - AAOS

Thanks for posting this. Although I want him back I want him fit and healthy first. We shouldn't get our hopes up. There is a good chance he will breakdown again. Horrible injury for a footballer.

 

[Michellis]

It's incredibly bad luck. We really could do with him too. Hope he can eventually get back to match fitness.