Tolu Arokodare: Wolves striker rejects training claims and vows to honour contract

Nigerian forward Tolu Arokodare has strongly rejected reports questioning his conduct at Wolverhampton Wanderers’ training sessions, insisting he has “always taken great pride” in maintaining the highest professional standards and remains fully committed to the Premier League club.

The 23-year-old, who joined Wolves from Belgian side Genk, moved to clarify his position after recent media coverage suggested issues around his attitude and application in training.

Sub-headline: ‘Surprised and disappointed’ by reports

Arokodare said he was taken aback by the speculation over his behaviour, describing much of what has been reported as untrue.

“I was very surprised and disappointed to see the media reports today, many of which are inaccurate,” Arokodare said.

The striker, who is yet to establish himself as a regular starter at Molineux, stressed that he has consistently approached his career with seriousness and discipline, regardless of his role in the squad.

“Throughout my career, I have always taken great pride in conducting myself professionally and maintaining the highest training standards,” he stated.

Sub-headline: Focus on preparation and contribution

Arokodare underlined that his main focus has always been to prepare himself properly in order to help the team whenever the coaching staff call on him.

“My commitment has always been to prepare myself as well as possible so that I can contribute to my teammates and the club whenever I am called upon,” he added.

The player’s comments appear aimed at drawing a line under suggestions that he has fallen short of expected standards behind the scenes at Wolves’ training ground.

Sub-headline: Commitment to contract and club

Reaffirming his position, Arokodare stressed that he fully intends to respect the terms of his deal with Wolves and to continue to behave in a manner befitting a professional footballer at the highest level.

“I remain under contract with Wolves, and my only intention is to fulfil my responsibilities professionally by training, doing my job, and contributing to the team in accordance with that contract,” he concluded.

Arokodare’s public statement is designed to counter narratives that could damage his relationship with the club, his team-mates and supporters, as well as his standing within the Nigeria set-up.

While Wolves have not publicly commented on the reports surrounding the forward’s training conduct, the player’s firm denial and reiteration of his commitment will be seen as an attempt to restore clarity over his situation and focus attention back on football matters.

The striker will now be hoping that his response helps to steady perceptions about his professionalism and allows him to concentrate on fighting for more opportunities on the pitch as Wolves navigate the demands of the Premier League season.