Tolu Arokodare has responded to the Wolves controversy after reports linked the Super Eagles striker with a training-ground disagreement at Wolverhampton Wanderers.
The Nigerian forward released a statement after reports claimed he had an issue during a Wolves training session at Compton Park. Arokodare said he remains committed to the club and will continue to fulfil his contract duties.
The Tolu Arokodare transfer news comes as Fiorentina and other clubs follow his situation during the transfer window.
Tolu Arokodare Explains Wolves Training Incident Reports
Wolves correspondent Nathan Judah reported that the club cancelled a training session after an alleged disagreement involving Arokodare.
The report claimed Wolves staff asked the striker not to train with the first team, but he remained on the pitch. It also stated that manager Cesar Peixoto decided not to include him in the squad for the match against Maidenhead United.
Arokodare later shared his response on social media and said he was disappointed with the reports.
The Nigerian striker said he has maintained professional standards throughout his career.
“Throughout my career, I have always taken great pride in conducting myself professionally and maintaining the highest training standards.”
He added that he wants to continue helping Wolves.
“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.”
Tolu Arokodare Transfer News: Fiorentina Interest
The reports emerged as clubs continue to track Arokodare during the transfer window.
Fiorentina reportedly submitted a proposal worth around £22 million for the striker, with the deal involving an initial loan and a possible permanent move, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.
Clubs from Belgium, France and Turkey have also monitored the Nigeria international, although no club has completed a deal.
Arokodare joined Wolves after his spell at KRC Genk in Belgium, where he attracted interest from teams across Europe.
The striker remains under contract at Wolverhampton Wanderers and has stated that he will continue carrying out his duties at the club.
FIFA Rules And Tolu Arokodare Wolves Situation
The reported incident comes after FIFA and FIFPRO updated the Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players.
The rules prevent clubs from excluding contracted players from team activities without sporting or medical reasons.
Wolves have not announced any breach of FIFA regulations involving Arokodare.
