🔗 Share this article Rob Edwards as well as Gary O'Neil Among Wolves Managerial Contenders Rob Edwards together with Gary O'Neil both have previous connections with the club PublishedJust moments ago Edwards and Gary O'Neil represent the initial names in the frame to replace the former manager as head coach of Wolverhampton Wanderers. The previous coach was sacked on the weekend following the squad's 10-match winless start to the Premier League campaign. And Edwards and O'Neil - each of whom have historic associations to the team - are among the names to be evaluated by the club leadership. Edwards is presently at Middlesbrough, which would pose a potential obstacle to his hiring at Wolves' stadium. However the former Luton Town head coach - who played more than 100 of appearances for Wolves during his time as a player - is considered a strong contender for the vacancy. The 42-year-old is said to have backing from the Wolves board as they start the search of hiring a fresh head coach. O'Neil is additionally emerging as a surprise candidate, even though he would be a surprising appointment given he was sacked by Wolves in December last year. The ex- West Ham midfielder is out of work meaning Wolves would not be required to pay any compensation. Related Topics Premier League Soccer Wolverhampton Wanderers Wolves dismiss their manager after winless league opening ReleasedEarlier today Points, fan culture and Pereira - why a perfect match at Wolves deteriorated PostedRecently Additional coverage Latest Wolves updates, insight and supporter opinions Submit questions regarding the team - what do you want to learn?