Overview
- O’Neil pulled out after advanced talks with Wolves, with reports saying both sides were close to agreeing personal terms before he decided against a return.
- Wolves sacked Vítor Pereira following a 10-game winless start that left them bottom of the Premier League with two points from 10 matches.
- Under-21 coach James Collins and under-18 coach Richard Walker have been leading first-team training as preparations continue for the trip to Chelsea.
- Internal discussions over successors include Erik ten Hag, Rob Edwards and Michael Carrick, with Brendan Rodgers also mentioned in reports.
- Fan sentiment weighed heavily against an O’Neil comeback, with an Express & Star poll showing nearly 90% of respondents opposed to his return.