A defeat for Gary O'neil could result in his sacking tonight, who could replace the Englishman?
Gary O’Neil faces a pivotal night when his Wolves side visit West Ham this evening in a game that has been dubbed "El Sackico" as both managers jobs hang in the balance.
The irony is unmistakable—O’Neil replaced Julen Lopetegui at Wolves, and now a loss to Lopetegui’s struggling West Ham could seal his fate.
O’Neil successfully steered Wolves to safety last season, stepping in just three days before the campaign began following Lopetegui’s sudden departure. He guided them to a 14th place finish , 20 points above the relegation zone.
However, things haven't quite gone to plan for the Englishman this year as Wolves sit 19th in the Premier League, their defensive frailties have been hard to ignore having shipped eight goals in their last two matches against Bournemouth and Everton and a leagues worst 36 this season.
With just two wins in 16 league games under his tenure this season, patience among fans and the board is wearing thin.
A loss tonight would leave Wolves four points adrift of safety, making it increasingly difficult to justify keeping O’Neil in charge.
O'Neil is currently second favourite to be the next manager sacked at a best price of 9/4 with Sky Bet.
If Gary O'Neil is to be sacked this evening, who could replace him at Wolves?
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Sérgio Conceição, the former Porto boss, could bring his trophy-laden experience to Wolves, completing the circle after replacing Nuno Espirito Santo at Porto before he moved to Wolves.
His proven success in Portugal makes him an intriguing candidate with three Primera Liga titles, four Taca De Portugal Cups and Porto's first Taca Da Liga after being runners-up on four previous occasions.
Another potential candidate is fellow Portuguese tactician, Pedro Martins. With a glittering record at Olympiakos where he won he won the title three times during his four years there and the Greek Cup.
Martins' international experience could offer Wolves a fresh approach, though his recent stint in Qatar raises questions about his Premier League readiness.
David Moyes, known for his defensive organization, could steady the ship, but his pragmatic style may not ignite excitement among Wolves fans or promise a long-term solution.
Graham Potter has been out of a job since leaving Chelsea in April 2023 and has been linked with almost every Premier League vacancy since, however, it seems the Englishman is waiting for the right opportunity and whether that is Wolves remains to be seen.
Steve Cooper is a candidate that is a proven survival specialist, and his experience battling relegation could make him a solid choice, but his recent sackings at Nottingham Forest last season and Leicester this season may lead him to seek time away from management.
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