Wolves coach Nuno Espirito Santo has applauded Matt Doherty and insists he does not care what Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill thinks about the right-back after he scored the winner against Crystal Palace on Saturday.
Doherty has three Ireland caps to his name and has been called up again for upcoming Nations League games against Denmark and Wales.
But many supporters have been confused by how infrequently Doherty – who has flourished over the last few years for Wolves – has been used by O'Neill, sparking suggestions there is a personal issue between the two.
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Doherty has previously claimed O'Neill wants him to attack more, though he also suggested "maybe my face just doesn't fit in" after apparently having his defensive capabilities questioned by the experienced manager as well.