Raúl Jimenez has gone against his new manager’s advice to choose club over country and skip the World Cup so he can be fully fit for the return of the Premier League, with the forward named in Mexico’s squad for Qatar.
Jimenez has not played for Wolves since the end of August as he has worked to overcome a groin injury but, despite his lack of playing time, the 31-year-old has been called up for Gerardo Martino’s squad, and new Wolves manager Julen Lopetegui is concerned about the impact that could have on his side.
The Spaniard has spoken to his striker on the phone about his views on the call-up, saying it would be better for him to continue his rehab in the Midlands
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