Ex-manager O’Neil in talks over Wolves return

Less than a year after being fired by the relegation-threatened Premier League club, Gary O’Neil has spoken with Wolves about a potential return to the club.

Following Vitor Pereira’s dismissal on Sunday morning, the Molineux side have begun the selection process for a new head coach.

O’Neil and Middlesbrough boss Rob Edwards were among the candidates to take Pereira’ place at the Midlands club, according to a report from BBC Sport on Sunday.

Given that he is currently employed, Edwards’ appointment will present many challenges, with Middlesbrough believing that their manager would be entitled to a sizable salary if they resign.

O’Neil is now well-positioned to return, but sources have suggested that he is not the only candidate to challenge.

In Nuno Espirito Santo, Bruno Lage, and Pereira, Wolves have a history of appointing managers who have close ties to famous agent Jorge Mendes.

And it is believed that Wolves are speaking with at least one manager from Mendes’ stable in addition to O’Neil.

Following a disappointing start to the campaign from 1920 to 1920, Wolves fired O’Neil.