Overview
- Multiple outlets report Wolves are expected to request permission today to speak to Rob Edwards, who is the bookmakers’ favourite to replace Vitor Pereira.
- Middlesbrough have not received an official approach at this stage, with club figures said to be confident of retaining their head coach for now.
- Academy coaches James Collins and Richard Walker are set to oversee Saturday’s match at Chelsea while the search continues.
- Gary O’Neil withdrew from consideration after initial talks, and Wolves are also weighing alternatives including Erik ten Hag and Robbie Keane.
- Reports suggest Edwards may have a release clause and that Wolves could pursue Boro sporting director Kieran Scott, though these details are unconfirmed.