Wolves left stunned as Gary O’Neil walks away from talks to return as head coach

Wolves were confident O’Neil would take charge

Many Wolves supporters vehemently opposed Gary O’Neil’s return. Pic: Bradley Collyer/PA Wire.

Gary O’Neil has stunned Wolves by withdrawing from talks to return to the club as head coach.

Wolves sounded out O’Neil over the weekend and all parties held further discussions on Monday about him succeeding Vítor Pereira, but the 42‑year‑old has since had a change of heart.