Arokodare: Premier League Tougher Than Expected

Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare has admitted that his move from Belgium’s Genk to the Premier League with Wolves has been far more challenging than he anticipated.

Since joining last summer, Wolves have struggled, sitting at the bottom of the table with just 13 points from 29 matches and only two wins all season. Arokodare told Het Nieuwsblad that while both leagues are physically demanding, the intensity and pace of the Premier League require “double the effort.”

“It wasn’t easy, I admit. My first matches were a struggle. It was even harder than I expected,” he said. “I’ve made progress since then, but I’m not where I want to be yet.”

Unlike in Belgium, goals have been harder to come by. “I knew I wasn’t coming here on holiday, that I’d have to fight. I was fighting with Genk, and now I’m fighting with Wolves — then for the title, now to stay up in the league,” he added.

So far, Arokodare has scored two goals in 25 Premier League appearances, reflecting the difficulty of adapting to England’s top flight. Despite the challenges, he remains determined to learn, improve, and strengthen his game.

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