Wolves boss Vitor Pereira says Mario Lemina is available for selection ahead of Monday's clash with Chelsea. Lemina, axed as captain before Pereira's arrival, requested not to be considered for selection for the midweek defeat to Newcastle United.

Facing a Newcastle team brimming with confidence was always going to be a tall order for a Wolves outfit with the worst defensive record in the division, but they were a little unfortunate to be behind at the interval at St James' Park.

Wolverhampton Wanderers head coach Vitor Pereira says former captain Mario Lemina must decide whether he wants to stay at the club for the remainder of their Premier League relegation battle. The midfielder is the subject of interest from Saudi club Al Shabab — coincidentally Pereira’s former side — and could leave in the January window.