Wolves trio who made a big mark on their US tour

Battling tropical storms and competitive friendlies, a number of Wolves players stood out.

Rodrigo Gomes

The new signing has been one of the stand-out performers so far this summer and across the pond he only added to fans' excitement at what he may produce.

Gomes scored twice against West Ham and once against RB Leipzig, quickly proving why he was Wolves number one target this summer and why the club moved so quickly to bring him in.

The manner of the goals is important, too. His first two showed his impressive ability to arrive at the far post with impeccable timing.

That footballing intelligence and ability to sniff out a chance is a key quality for someone who is still just 21-years-old.

The winger did the same against Crystal Palace on several occasions and should have scored at least one in that game, proving it is no fluke.

His goal against Leipzig was magnificent from a team perspective, as Wolves knocked the ball around the Champions League side with ease and turned defence into attack.

Gomes' input saw him play an excellent one-two pass with Hwang Hee-chan and his movement and finishing was spot on again.

It has been an excellent summer for the new signing and hopes are high for his adaptation to the Premier League.

Tommy Doyle

Last season we all watched as Doyle grew into his role and became a very real midfield option for Wolves.

In America he continued to show the same technical ability and impressive composure on the ball, traits he is now known for.

But on top of that the 22-year-old is becoming a leader among the group.

Handed the armband at moments in all three US friendlies, Doyle is well respected in the dressing room and demands the highest standards.

In an interview with the Express & Star after the Leipzig victory, there was a marked difference in Doyle's demeanour.

He is now a player who exudes confidence. He is comfortable in this squad and spoke like an experienced player, not one that is going into his second Premier League season.

Mario Lemina and Joao Gomes were excellent last season but they have their work cut out with Doyle offering stern competition.

Toti Gomes

The defender has come a long way in the last few years and now looks set for a starring role in O'Neil's new-look back four.

Craig Dawson is still experiencing the occasional small fitness issue and a pairing of Toti and Yerson Mosquera is fast becoming the chosen centre-back partnership.

Toti is quick, athletic and has excellent timing with his tackles. He fits what O'Neil wants from a centre-back and is the only left-sided one in the squad.

Throughout the US tour he looked like a player who kept himself in top physical condition in the off-season and he looks ready for another gruelling top flight campaign.

If he does partner Mosquera, Toti will be the senior of the two and will have a lot of demands on him in the coming season.

Assistant head coach Tim Jenkins has already outlined how Toti's leadership skills are improving and the player is growing on and off the pitch.