Gary O'Neil in Serious Negotiations for Surprising Comeback as Manager
The 42-year-old coach is increasingly likely to stage an unexpected comeback to Wolves, with the club in advanced talks to appoint their previous manager.
Positive Discussions Underway
The Midlands club have held positive discussions with O'Neil about reassuming the position from which he was dismissed last December. Wolves, who visit Chelsea on the weekend, could finalise his appointment within the coming two days.
Replacing Sacked Manager
O'Neil would take over from Vitor Pereira, who was dismissed after an alarming eighth defeat in ten games at Craven Cottage on Saturday that left the club bottom of the Premier League with just two points.
The return would mark a significant reversal for both O'Neil and the club
Previous Tenure Difficulties
O'Neil was sacked amid poor results and ill-discipline problems within the squad, but despite supporter frustration before his departure, the 42-year-old left on good terms and the club believe he could galvanise the squad.
- New backroom team expected if appointed
- Set piece vulnerability characterized his first spell
- Amicable exit despite earlier conflicts
Alternative Candidate Considered
Rob Edwards has longstanding admirers at Wolves but is under contract at the Riverside Stadium until 2028 and trickier to obtain.
Edwards' Connection with Wolves
Edwards made over a century of games for Wolves, where he worked with youth teams and senior squad. He also had a brief period in caretaker charge in 2016, shortly after the club's owners bought the club.
This possible hiring represents a major development for Wolves as they seek to improve their fortunes in the Premier League.
