Rob Edwards and O'Neil Among Wolverhampton Wanderers Managerial Contenders

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Rob Edwards and O'Neil represent the initial names under consideration to replace Vitor Pereira as manager of Wolverhampton Wanderers.

The previous coach was dismissed on Sunday after the squad's ten-game without a victory start to the top-flight campaign.

And both candidates - each of whom have previous associations to the team - are among the options to be considered by the club ownership.

The manager is presently at another club, which would create a possible hurdle to his hiring at Wolves' stadium.

Nevertheless the former Luton Town head coach - who played more than 100 of appearances for the club during his playing career - is said to be a strong contender for the vacancy.

The mid-career manager is reportedly enjoys backing from the Wolves directors as they start the process of appointing a fresh head coach.

Gary O'Neil is additionally emerging as a surprise candidate, although he would be a shock appointment given he was sacked by the club in December last year.

The ex- West Ham United player is out of work meaning the club would not be required to pay any compensation.

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