Former Wolves goalkeeper Matt Murray has praised the work of John Ruddy.

Murray insists Wolves will not find a better reserve goalkeeper than the 'excellent' Ruddy – but understands if he wants to leave.

"I think John has been a really good servant to the club, and he's a really good guy. People like him will always do their bit," Murray told the Express & Star.

"If I was him, would I want to stay? I'd probably say 'I have had a wicked time, but I'm going to try and play'.

"It's a short career, and he's more than good enough to play at a very good level – Premier League, top of the Championship, or maybe even a Celtic.

"I'd be looking at that if I was him, or maybe somewhere a bit closer to home.

"That would just be me. If Wolves can convince him to stay, though, you won't get a better No.2 out there."