Online Reporter
Gary O’Neil has held talks with Wolves over a potential return to the club — less than 12 months after he was sacked by the relegation-threatened Premier League club.
The Molineux side have begun the process of appointing a new head coach following the dismissal of Vitor Pereira on Sunday morning. BBC Sport reported on Sunday that O’Neil — together with Middlesbrough boss Rob Edwards — was among the contenders to replace Pereira at the Midlands club.
And it is understood O’Neil, 42, is now engaged in discussions with Wolves about a possible return, and that initial discussions have been positive.
Edwards’ appointment, given his current employment, would provide many obstacles to overcome, with Middlesbrough believed to be entitled to a significant compensation fee should their manager leave.
That leaves O’Neil well placed to return, but sources have indicated that while he is a strong candidate he is not the only contender. Wolves have a history of appointing managers with close links to high-profile agent Jorge Mendes, in Nuno Espirito Santo, Bruno Lage and Pereira. — BBC Sport.
