Wolves 1877 Trust – actions not words
Based on the meetings held 21 January 2026 and 29 January 2026, (The Supporters’ Trust and Wolves Fan Groups) the Trust has put together the key points from both meetings; alongside the evidence we will be seeking to determine whether or not the club’s actions meet the commitments made.
The Trust will continue to actively participate in all levels of supporter consultation, we will ensure that focus remains on the key commitments made.
1. Governance & Leadership
Commitment: Clear leadership and accountability
What the club said: Nathan Shi has full responsibility for football operations, he reports directly to Fosun Chairman Guo Guangchang and takes accountability for all decisions. Jeff Shi has no role in football operations.
How this will be measured:
o Evidence of clear decision-making responsibility
o No involvement of Jeff Shi in football matters
Status: Awaiting evidence of delivery
2. Club Strategy & Vision
Commitment: Produce a clear long-term vision and strategy
What the club said: A full strategic and vision document is being developed by Nathan Shi for Fosun leadership; expected by the end of this season or early next season.
How this will be measured:
Publication or clear communication of the new strategy
Alignment between strategy, recruitment, and football decisions
Status: In progress
3. Premier League Status & Relegation Planning
Commitment: Maintain Premier League status or secure immediate return
What the club said:
18-month plan focused on remaining/returning to the Premier League
If relegated, the aim is a maximum of one season in the Championship, with required investment to achieve promotion
How this will be measured:
Squad strength and recruitment decisions
Level of investment if relegation occurs
Status: To be tested, Summer 2026.
We have also not forgotten Jeff Shi's commitment to zero job losses for staff working at the club:
"We don't have any need to lose our staff," Jeff Shi said in his BBC interview. "We have a clear financial forecast for the next three years, and we never count losing staff as a kind of factor impacting the modelling.
4. Football Operations & Recruitment
Commitment: Improve football decision-making and squad planning
What the club said:
Past recruitment and management mistakes acknowledged
January transfer strategy focused on protecting long-term club value
Club claims to be active behind the scenes
How this will be measured:
Summer recruitment quality and balance
Squad competitiveness and stability
Status: Awaiting outcomes
5. Culture & Internal Change
Commitment: Reset club culture and improve internal communication
What the club said:
Move away from a culture of “covering for each other”
Greater honesty and accountability
Nathan Shi has met with every department to clarify expectations
How this will be measured:
Consistency of messaging
On-pitch confidence and cohesion
Status: Early signs noted, not yet proven
6. Fan Engagement
Commitment: Improve supporter dialogue and consultation
What the club said:
A fan forum for up to 200 supporters will be held
A separate meeting focused solely on fan engagement will be arranged
Club accepted consultation has previously come too late
How this will be measured:
Delivery of the fan forum
Delivery of Fan Engagement review
Earlier and more meaningful supporter involvement in decisions
Status: Awaiting delivery
7. Ticket Pricing
Commitment: Review ticket pricing with better supporter input
What the club said:
Ticket pricing for next season has not yet been decided
Pricing will be reviewed internally after consultation with the Fan Advisory Board
Acknowledgement that supporter consultation must happen earlier
How this will be measured:
Timing and quality of consultation
Whether pricing reflects league status and performance
Status: Not yet addressed
8. Infrastructure & Facilities (Compton and Molineux)
Commitment: Protect academy status and review stadium development
What the club said:
Investment will be made at Compton to maintain Class 1 Academy status
Discussions will begin on refurbishment or redevelopment of Molineux, particularly the Steve Bull Stand
Supporter involvement via a potential working group was acknowledged
How this will be measured:
Academy status retained
Progress updates on stadium plans
Supporter inclusion in discussions
Status: Early commitment stage
9. Wolves Women
Commitment: Continued development regardless of men’s league status
What the club said:
Men’s team relegation would not impact Wolves Women
Structural and financial support will continue
A dedicated advisory board is already in place
How this will be measured:
Continued investment
Support for promotion and infrastructure needs
Status: Ongoing
10. Esports
Commitment: Clarify long-term esports strategy
What the club said:
Esports is a separate entity
Desire for a clearer long-term vision
No Wolves funds were used for the Chongqing esports stadium
How this will be measured:
Publication or communication of esports strategy
Status: Pending, although this sits outside of football club operations.
Summary
Supporter groups welcomed the openness shown in both meetings but were clear that dialogue alone is not enough, actions and open ongoing dialogue are the minimum required to avoid further protests.
Our tracker will be updated as commitments are delivered or missed.
Further reading:
Fan Group Meeting with Nathan Shi
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