Edwards as well as Gary O'Neil Among Wolverhampton Wanderers Managerial Candidates

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Edwards and O'Neil are two of the initial names in the frame to succeed Vitor Pereira as manager of Wolves.

The previous coach was sacked on Sunday following the team's 10-match without a victory start to the Premier League season.

Furthermore both candidates - both of who have historic links to the team - 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.

Nevertheless the ex- Luton manager - who made over a century of appearances for Wolves during his time as a player - is said to be a strong contender for the position.

The mid-career manager is reportedly enjoys support from the club board as they begin the process of appointing a new head coach.

O'Neil is additionally appearing as a surprise candidate, even though he would be a surprising choice given he was sacked by Wolves in December last year.

The former West Ham player is out of work meaning Wolves would not be required to pay any buyout fee.

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