Rob Edwards as well as O'Neil Among Wolves Managerial Candidates

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Rob Edwards along with Gary O'Neil represent the early candidates in the frame to replace Vitor Pereira as head coach of Wolverhampton Wanderers.

The previous coach was sacked on the weekend after the team's 10-match without a victory beginning to the top-flight campaign.

Furthermore Edwards and O'Neil - both of who have historic links to the club - are among the names to be evaluated by the club leadership.

The manager is currently at Middlesbrough, which would create a potential obstacle to his appointment at Wolves' stadium.

However the former Luton manager - who played more than 100 of appearances for Wolves during his time as a player - is said to be a strong candidate for the vacancy.

The 42-year-old is reportedly enjoys support from the club board as they start the process of appointing a new manager.

Gary O'Neil is additionally appearing as a unexpected candidate, even though he would be a surprising appointment given he was sacked by Wolves in the previous winter.

The former West Ham midfielder is out of work meaning the club would not be required to provide any compensation.

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