Tolu Arokodare Reportedly Axed from Wolves Training After Disagreement
Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare has reportedly been involved in a disagreement with the coaching staff at Wolverhampton Wanderers.
According to Wolves journalist Nathan Judah, the Nigerian forward refused to leave the training pitch after he was told not to train with the first team. The incident reportedly led to the cancellation of a training session at the club’s Compton Park training ground.
Judah also claimed that extra security was brought in to ensure Arokodare did not return to the training ground. The 25-year-old is also expected to miss Wolves’ trip to face Maidenhead United.
Neither Wolves nor Arokodare has commented on the reports.
The incident comes at a time when Arokodare is being linked with a move away from the club. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reported that Italian club Fiorentina have submitted an offer worth around £22 million. The deal is said to be an initial loan with an option or obligation to buy. Clubs from Belgium, France and Turkey have also shown interest in the striker.
If confirmed, this would not be Arokodare’s first disciplinary issue at Wolves. Last season, he was reportedly involved in a dressing-room clash with teammate Mateus Mane. Former manager Rob Edwards later said the matter had been resolved internally.
New Wolves manager Cesar Peixoto has made it clear that discipline is one of his top priorities. Speaking after his appointment, the Portuguese coach said he expects high standards from every player while encouraging responsibility and teamwork.
The reports have also raised questions because of FIFA’s new player protection rules. Under the updated regulations, clubs are not allowed to isolate contracted players from the first team to force them into accepting a transfer, unless there is a genuine sporting or medical reason.
There is no evidence that Wolves have broken FIFA’s rules. However, if the reports are confirmed and there is no valid reason for Arokodare’s exclusion, the situation could attract attention under the new regulations.
Arokodare joined Wolves from Belgian side Genk in the summer of 2025. He scored six goals in 38 appearances during his first season as the club was relegated from the Premier League. He has also fallen out of the Super Eagles squad under coach Eric Chelle.
With the summer transfer window still open, the latest reports have added more uncertainty over the Nigerian striker’s future at Wolves.
