The Wolves star joked his turn and crisp volley was "for" Wales coach Dean Saunders who had often regaled the players about his volleys during his playing days.

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Mick McCarthy's pre-match motivational speech to his players was likely to have pointed towards their opponents recalling star players after a rested few days with Zola having 'targeted' Wolves.

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"Nenad is a star player and an international of note in a talented Serbian team, " Wolves chief executive Jez Moxey told the club's website.

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His candor won't be a happy memory like an All-Star season, and when Teixeira slumps, his honesty may not be good enough to keep the wolves at bay.

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"I had offers from clubs in Spain and Italy, but Wolves watched me in five or six games, for the national team and for Red Star, " he added.

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