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Ex-manager O'Neil in talks over Wolves return

Ex-manager O'Neil in talks over Wolves return

Summary

Gary O'Neil is in talks with Wolverhampton Wanderers (Wolves) about possibly becoming their head coach again, less than a year after they dismissed him. Wolves are looking for a new head coach after letting go of Vitor Pereira. O'Neil is one of the top candidates considered for the position, although other managers are also being interviewed.

Key Facts

  • Gary O'Neil is having discussions with Wolves about returning as their head coach.
  • Wolves sacked O'Neil in December 2024 after a poor start to that season.
  • Vitor Pereira was recently dismissed from Wolves, creating a vacancy for the head coach role.
  • Rob Edwards, Middlesbrough's manager, is another candidate for the job, though hiring him may involve paying a large compensation fee.
  • Wolves are also talking to at least one other manager connected to high-profile agent Jorge Mendes.
  • The team is struggling with no wins in their first 10 games of the current Premier League season.
  • O'Neil previously played as a midfielder for West Ham before becoming a manager.
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