Ladislav Krejci
WOLCzech Republic
Left
Apr 20, 1999
26
6'3"
192 lb
CB
CM
Controlled Centre Back
WolvesEligible going forward
Krejci is back from the one-game suspension he served Friday against Aston Villa.
Analysis: Krejci should have a decent chance to regain a starting spot in the defense, which would push Toti Gomes back to a bench role in future contests. The Czech has scored two goals and provided one assist over 22 EPL games this season, although he may be more reliable for his averages of 4.3 clearances and 1.2 interceptions per match.
Two yellows Sunday
Krejci was shown a red card in the 61st minute of Sunday's match against Crystal Palace.
Analysis: Krejci is looking at a game suspension after Sunday's match, earning two yellow cards just three minutes apart, sent off after kicking the ball away after the whistle was blown. This is a rough loss for the club, losing a versatile player who has started in 21 games this season. The good news is Toti Gomes has just returned and will likely assume the starting role, with Matt Doherty as another option.
Eleven clearances in draw
Krejci recorded 11 clearancesand two interceptions in Wednesday's 0-0 draw against Nottingham Forest.
Analysis: Krejci slotted in on the left side of Wolves back-three and spent most of the night weathering waves of pressure. He stayed compact and positionally sharp, locking down the box as Forest piled up corners and kept recycling second balls into the danger area. Wolves did not ask him to venture forward, but his season high 11 clearances, plus two interceptions, were massive in keeping Jose Sa from getting completely overrun, and he powered through the full 90 minutes looking fully recovered from his recent illness.
Clears illness
Krejci (illness) is back in full team training and is an option moving forward, the club posted.
Analysis: Krejci has put the illness that forced him to miss the previous clash against Bournemouth behind him and returned to full team training this week, putting him back in the mix for the Wolves moving forward. That is a significant boost ahead of Saturday's showdown with Chelsea, as Krejci has been an undisputed starter since arriving from Girona and is expected to regain his spot in the lineup on Saturday.
Ruled out Saturday
Krejci (illness) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Bournemouth.
Analysis: Krejci is ruled out of Saturday's clash against Bournemouth after failing to recover in time from an illness. The defender does not pass his late fitness testing and is unavailable for selection. Emmanuel Agbadou is expected to see increased playing time until he returns to the squad.
Doubtful with illness
Krejci is doubtful for Saturday's match against Bournemouth due to illness, according to manager Rob Edwards.
Analysis: Krejci is going to need to pass some testing to make the squad Saturday, with the defender suffering from an illness. This will leave him to face a late fitness test ahead of the contest, potentially losing a regular starter for the outing. Either way, it looks unlikely he can start if fit, with Matt Doherty a possible replacement in the defense.
Starting after knock
Krejci cleared the knock he received against Everton on Wednesday and returns directly to the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Shrewsbury Town in the Carabao Cup.
Analysis: Krejci was forced off in Wednesday's clash against Everton due to a knock that revealed to be minor since he is already back available and starting for Saturday's clash against Shrewsbury Town in the Carabao Cup. This is great news for Wolves since Krejci is an undisputed starter and will be important due to his versatility for the second part of the campaign.
Picks up knock
Krejci was replaced and left with discomfort in the second half of Wednesday's match against Everton.
Analysis: Krejci suffered a potential injury after 67 minutes of play in the midweek game. He was playing in a a three-man back line alongside Yerson Mosquera and Santi Bueno, but his place was taken by striker Jorgen Strand Larsen. In case Krejci is dealing with a significant issue, Wolves will be left without a central midfielder and defender option, who has scored twice and assisted once this season.
Scores crucial goal against Man U
Krejci scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Tuesday's 1-1 draw against Manchester United.
Analysis: Krejci scored his second goal of the season as he brought the game back to 1-1 just before halftime at Old Trafford. The defender scored from the back post of a set piece and became the second Wolves player to score two goals this season. He took three shots in this game, putting two on target. Both of these were the most he has managed in a game this season.
Starting against Manchester United
Krejci (knee) is in the starting XI for Monday's clash with Manchester United.
Analysis: Krejci was a doubt coming into the game after suffering a minor knee injury, but in the end he was deemed fit and is back in the starting XI. Krejci was a nailed-on starter prior to the injury and lands straight back in the team, in midfield for the second time this season.
Not far from return
Krejci (knee) is back on grass and not far from a return, according to his club.
Analysis: Krejci will not make the call for Wednesday's match, but is at least making some decent progress in his return, already back on grass training. However, the defender has yet to train with the group, unlikely to see the field this week. He will likely look to see the field next week, facing Arsenal on Dec. 13, a regular starter for the club when fit.
Suffers minor knee injury
Krejci missed Sunday's 1-0 loss against Aston Villa due to a minor knee injury, coach Rob Edwards said to the media, according to Liam Keen from Express and Star.
Analysis: Krejci missed Sunday's clash against the Villains after suffering from a minor knee injury this week. The defender was feeling pain behind his knee but the staff are hoping he could be back available for Wednesday's clash against Nottingham Forest. This would be good news since he has been an undisputed starter for Wolves since his arrival over the summer from Girona. If he had to miss the game or start on the bench against Forest, Yerson Mosquera will be expected to start in the back-three again.
Provides assist in defeat
Krejci assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-2 loss versus Burnley.
Analysis: Krejci's key touch in the box created Wolverhampton's second goal in their 3-2 defeat at the hands of Burnley. The assist was the central defender's first for Wolverhampton after making the summer transfer from Girona. More characteristically, Krejci's six clearances led the Wolverhampton defensive effort.
Scores in second game
Krejci scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 loss versus Leeds United.
Analysis: In what marked his second appearance with his new club, Krejci eared his first shot on target, which resulted in his first goal. He also accounted for a chance created for a second straight game and logged over 50 completed passes despite the loss.
Joins Wolves on loan
Krejci has joined Wolves on loan from Girona for the 2025/26 season and will become a permanent Wolves player until 2030 if certain options are activated, his new club announced.
Analysis: Krejci has played close to 250 career matches, beginning his football journey at Zbrojovka Brno before joining Sparta Prague in 2019, where he won four titles including the Czech Cup. He debuted for the national team in 2022 and was later named Sparta captain, guiding them to a league title while earning Player of the Season. After moving to Girona, he made 36 appearances including seven in the Champions League, scored a La Liga Goal of the Month against Villarreal, and now joins Wolves after starting both of Girona's first two league matches this season. Krejci will bring a qualitative option to the backline under coach Vitor Pereira and will likely compete for a starting role moving forward.
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