🔗 Share this article Edwards as well as Gary O'Neil Included in Wolverhampton Wanderers Head Coach Contenders Edwards together with Gary O'Neil each possess past links with Wolves PublishedJust moments ago Rob Edwards and O'Neil are two of the initial names under consideration to replace the former manager as manager of Wolves. Pereira was dismissed on Sunday following the squad's ten-game winless beginning to the top-flight campaign. Furthermore both candidates - both of who have historic associations to the club - are part of the options to be evaluated by the Wolves leadership. Edwards is presently at Middlesbrough, which would pose a possible obstacle to his hiring at Molineux. However the ex- Luton manager - who played more than 100 of games for Wolves during his playing career - is said to be a strong candidate for the position. The mid-career manager is reportedly enjoys support from the Wolves directors as they start the search of appointing a fresh head coach. Gary O'Neil is additionally emerging as a surprise contender, although he would be a shock appointment considering he was released by Wolves in December last year. The ex- West Ham United midfielder is out of work which means Wolves would not need to provide any buyout fee. Related Subjects Premier League Soccer Wolves Wolves sack Pereira after victory-less season opening Released4 hours ago Results, fan culture and Pereira - the reasons a ideal match at Wolves turned sour Published1 hour ago Additional coverage Latest Wolves updates, analysis and fan views Ask about the team - what would you like to know?