Wolves: Mick McCarthy hails Wayne Hennessey's 'stunning' start to the Premier League season

Nov 12 2009 by Brian Dick, Birmingham Mail

Hennessey’s form has restricted summer signing Marcus Hahnemann to a mere two games on Carling Cup duty.

But it is the condition of the club’s third keeper that gives the boss cause for concern.

Matt Murray made the latest step on the comeback trail on Tuesday night when he appeared in a reserves match against Blues.

Unfortunately he lasted just 23 minutes before being withdrawn with pain in the same knee that has derailed his entire career when he tore patella ligaments a year ago.

Murray maintains the move was only a precaution.

“It’s frustrating because I wanted to play on, particularly because there were people at the game, but it’s better to be safe,” he said.

“The most important thing is completing my recovery – this was just another step on my rehabilitation and when you’ve been out for so long then these things can happen.”

But McCarthy insisted the Solihull-born player’s return will not be rushed.

“Matt is looking to get back after his first reserve game in a year,” he said.

“He might come back but it will be at least six weeks if it goes OK.

“That takes us to Christmas – that’s how many games and how many points?

“We’re delighted to have him back but let’s get him back in baby steps – we’re not pushing him.”