🔗 Share this article Rob Edwards and O'Neil Among Wolverhampton Wanderers Managerial Candidates Edwards together with O'Neil both have previous links with the club Published8 minutes ago Rob Edwards along with Gary O'Neil are two of the early names in the frame to succeed the former manager as head coach of Wolverhampton Wanderers. Pereira was dismissed on Sunday following the team's ten-game without a victory beginning to the Premier League season. And Edwards and O'Neil - each of whom have historic associations to the team - are among the options to be considered by the Wolves ownership. The manager is currently at Middlesbrough, which would create a potential hurdle to his appointment at Molineux. However the former Luton manager - who played more than 100 of appearances for the club during his playing career - is considered a strong candidate for the vacancy. The 42-year-old is reportedly enjoys support from the club directors as they start the search of appointing a new head coach. O'Neil is additionally appearing as a surprise candidate, even though he would be a shock choice considering he was sacked by the club in the previous winter. The ex- West Ham United midfielder is out of work meaning Wolves would not need to pay any buyout fee. Connected Topics Top Division Football Wolverhampton Wanderers The club sack their manager after victory-less season opening Published4 hours ago Points, pubs and the manager - the reasons a perfect partnership at the club deteriorated Published1 hour ago Additional on this story Most recent club news, analysis and fan views Ask regarding Wolves - what would you like to know?