Bruno Lage manager
Romain Saiss has confirmed his departure from Wolverhampton Wanderers in an emotional message to supporters. The 32-year-old Morocco captain leaves Molineux after six years with the club. Wolves offered Saiss a new contract, but the two parties were unable to reach an agreement.
Romain Saiss said: “The moment I feared the most has come…. The moment to say goodbye to you after six wonderful years with you. It was an honour and a privilege to wear these colours and to contribute to the success and renewal of this club. I have met exceptional people over these six years, always looking out for me and my family. Thanks to the fans for your support despite the ups and downs, you’ve always been behind me. Thank you to the various people working at the club for your kindness on a daily basis. Thank you to the various technical and medical staff for your work, for having been an important part of our success. Finally, thank you to all the players that I consider as a family. A wardrobe of exceptional men that I will never forget.”
Saiss becomes the third player to officially depart Wolves after the club decided against extending John Ruddy and Marcal’s contracts. Wolves remain in talks with Joao Moutinho over a new deal. Wolves face a big summer transfer window and Bruno Lage has already called on owners Fosun to find a high quality replacement for Saiss. Saiss was an important player under Lage last season and started 31 of the club’s 38 Premier League matches.
Bruno Lage said: “It’s not about disappointment, but we must understand the season he did and the work he did all season. When we watch him doing a great season; scoring three goals, he is the defender who plays forward more. In the end he hasn’t found an agreement with the club. First we need to understand his role in the club in these six years, then his role with me playing on the left. We need to replace a top player. We are losing a player and now we need to find another one to replace him.”
