Source: Team_Talk
McCarthy backs Doyle to shine
Wolves boss Mick McCarthy insists striker Kevin Doyle will not be fazed by speculation linking him with a move away from Molineux.[LNB] The Republic of Ireland international is a reported target for several Premier League clubs but McCarthy has dismissed talk of his exit and backed him to maintain the form which has seen him emerge as a key player for Wolves.[LNB]"Kevin is old enough to realise that speculation counts for nothing," McCarthy said.[LNB]"It makes for good reading in the summer when there is nothing else to write about.[LNB]"But he continues doing his job and nothing fazes him.[LNB]"He's a great character and been one of our top dogs for the past two years."[LNB]McCarthy believes the Wolves players have a responsibility to ease the pressure on Doyle, who often operates as a lone striker.[LNB]He said: "He plays up front on his own and, when he was out injured, you could see how much we missed him.[LNB]"I don't see why he can't get better - if we get better and provide him with more chances and avoid him having to work so hard.[LNB]"He holds the ball up brilliantly but if we keep the ball better ourselves and create him a few more chances, he'll score more goals."[LNB]McCarthy admits he is anxiously awaiting news over the fitness of midfield duo Adlene Guedioura (ankle) and Dave Edwards (back).[LNB]He said: "I'm happy with my squad but if I lose two midfield players, that would put a serious dent in it."
