{"id":660659,"date":"2025-10-20T10:55:28","date_gmt":"2025-10-20T14:55:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/?p=660659"},"modified":"2026-03-15T13:51:21","modified_gmt":"2026-03-15T17:51:21","slug":"wolves-next-manager-candidates","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/2025\/10\/20\/wolves-next-manager-candidates\/","title":{"rendered":"Five managers Wolves Could Bring In If V\u00edtor Pereira Is Sacked"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Wolverhampton Wanderers are under pressure. If the club moves on from V\u00edtor Pereira, they&#8217;ll be looking for a capable replacement who can handle Premier League survival, deliver results quickly, and ideally bring some ambition for the medium term. Here are five managers Wolves could appoint should they sack Pereira.<\/p>\n<h2>Five managers Wolves could appoint if Pereira is sacked<\/h2>\n<h3>5. Bruno Lage<\/h3>\n<div class=\"getty embed image\" style=\"background-color: #fff; display: inline-block; font-family: Roboto,sans-serif; color: #a7a7a7; font-size: 11px; width: 100%; max-width: 594px;\">\n<div style=\"padding: 0; margin: 0; text-align: left;\"><a style=\"color: #a7a7a7; text-decoration: none; font-weight: normal !important; border: none; display: inline-block;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gettyimages.com\/detail\/1322648104\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Embed from Getty Images<\/a><\/div>\n<div style=\"overflow: hidden; position: relative; height: 0; padding: 66.66667% 0 0 0; width: 100%;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: inline-block; position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0;\" src=\"\/\/embed.gettyimages.com\/embed\/1322648104?et=V2Z2n-jKSBlirggTzPr6Rg&amp;tld=com&amp;sig=a3-hqGONtBUbjAlvWB6k7yvHMqE8stcMi7XoZa2SxrI=&amp;caption=true&amp;ver=1\" width=\"594\" height=\"396\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>A return for Bruno Lage would undoubtedly split opinion among the Wolves fanbase. The Portuguese coach, who previously led the club between 2021-2022, delivered moments of attractive football but ultimately left amid inconsistency, a lack of goals, and declining form. However, Lage&#8217;s understanding of the club and its culture could make him a logical short-term solution. He is tactically astute, prefers possession-based football, and previously got Wolves playing progressive football before things started to unravel.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/2025\/09\/19\/wolves-pereira-new-contract-risk\/\" target=\"_self\">No Wins Since April: Wolves Gamble on Vitor Pereira<\/a><\/p>\n<p>He went on to win the Portuguese League Cup and Super Cup with Benfica after leaving Molineux, and a second spell might allow him to build on the lessons from his first, particularly now the club&#8217;s expectations are different. That said, his appointment could be perceived as a backwards step unless Wolves&#8217; hierarchy is convinced he can deliver something new this time around.<\/p>\n<h3>4. Kevin Muscat<\/h3>\n<div class=\"getty embed image\" style=\"background-color: #fff; display: inline-block; font-family: Roboto,sans-serif; color: #a7a7a7; font-size: 11px; width: 100%; max-width: 594px;\">\n<div style=\"padding: 0; margin: 0; text-align: left;\"><a style=\"color: #a7a7a7; text-decoration: none; font-weight: normal !important; border: none; display: inline-block;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gettyimages.com\/detail\/955130234\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Embed from Getty Images<\/a><\/div>\n<div style=\"overflow: hidden; position: relative; height: 0; padding: 66.66667% 0 0 0; width: 100%;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: inline-block; position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0;\" src=\"\/\/embed.gettyimages.com\/embed\/955130234?et=Ykm-1NZTTBdIubZ0hTyNOg&amp;tld=com&amp;sig=cFBiUU_RESFqyfOYQbE5ilqbcpFeTfA2H90jteO2Gv4=&amp;caption=true&amp;ver=1\" width=\"594\" height=\"396\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Perhaps a bit of a wildcard choice, Kevin Muscat is a name that will resonate with Wolves fans. The Australian, a former Wolves player who made over 150 appearances for the club between 1997-2002, has built an impressive managerial career since hanging up his boots. Most recently in charge of Yokohama F. Marinos in Japan, Muscat won the J1 League and developed a reputation for high-tempo, attacking football.<\/p>\n<p>His proposed move to Scottish giants Rangers recently collapsed, according to <a  href=\"https:\/\/www.skysports.com\/football\/news\/11788\/13453556\/rangers-latest-kevin-muscat-move-collapses-as-club-focus-on-other-candidates\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sky Sports<\/a>, leaving him free to consider offers from elsewhere. While he lacks managerial experience in the Premier League, his success abroad and an emotional connection with the club could inspire both players and fans alike. If the board is willing to take a calculated risk, Muscat could be the bold, forward-thinking choice that reignites belief at Molineux.<\/p>\n<h3>3. Roberto Mancini<\/h3>\n<div class=\"getty embed image\" style=\"background-color: #fff; display: inline-block; font-family: Roboto,sans-serif; color: #a7a7a7; font-size: 11px; width: 100%; max-width: 594px;\">\n<div style=\"padding: 0; margin: 0; text-align: left;\"><a style=\"color: #a7a7a7; text-decoration: none; font-weight: normal !important; border: none; display: inline-block;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gettyimages.com\/detail\/1328227124\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Embed from Getty Images<\/a><\/div>\n<div style=\"overflow: hidden; position: relative; height: 0; padding: 69.02357% 0 0 0; width: 100%;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: inline-block; position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0;\" src=\"\/\/embed.gettyimages.com\/embed\/1328227124?et=HVgMSofAQSZIpyzGeIIrRQ&amp;tld=com&amp;sig=aQBHYyDXPaqwLAeRWkUXmrQHkr0qwBu2fWXQJt5-uJM=&amp;caption=true&amp;ver=1\" width=\"594\" height=\"410\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>If Wolves want to make a statement, Roberto Mancini would certainly do that. The Italian guided Manchester City to their first Premier League title in 2012 and has since enjoyed international success with Italy, winning Euro 2020. After leaving his role with the Saudi Arabia national team, Mancini is <a  href=\"https:\/\/www.transfermarkt.co.uk\/anytime-roberto-mancini-on-premier-league-return-man-city-blueprint-amp-best-ever-signing\/view\/news\/455645\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">reportedly<\/a> open to returning to club management<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read More: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/2025\/09\/19\/wolves-premier-league-struggles\/\" target=\"_self\">What Wolves&#8217; Worst League Start in History is Telling Us<\/a><\/p>\n<p>His blend of tactical acumen, experience, and pedigree would bring immediate respect to the Wolves dressing room. However, Mancini is used to working with larger budgets and elite squads, which could make this a challenging fit. Financially and structurally, Wolves would need to commit heavily to match his ambitions. Still, if the board wants to project ambition and raise standards, Mancini represents a bold and high-profile choice.<\/p>\n<p><!--nextpage--><\/p>\n<h3>2. Ange Postecoglou<\/h3>\n<div class=\"getty embed image\" style=\"background-color: #fff; display: inline-block; font-family: Roboto,sans-serif; color: #a7a7a7; font-size: 11px; width: 100%; max-width: 594px;\">\n<div style=\"padding: 0; margin: 0; text-align: left;\"><a style=\"color: #a7a7a7; text-decoration: none; font-weight: normal !important; border: none; display: inline-block;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gettyimages.com\/detail\/2216998854\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Embed from Getty Images<\/a><\/div>\n<div style=\"overflow: hidden; position: relative; height: 0; padding: 66.835014% 0 0 0; width: 100%;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: inline-block; position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0;\" src=\"\/\/embed.gettyimages.com\/embed\/2216998854?et=baPdhdytSbFYnbuLWmEcYw&amp;tld=com&amp;sig=zW-QPinxGOJYLI_o5lEXX9esVwjBEH_4T8VrUkS6qhw=&amp;caption=true&amp;ver=1\" width=\"594\" height=\"397\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Ange Postecoglou is an appointment worth serious consideration. Despite being sacked by <a  href=\"https:\/\/www.skysports.com\/football\/news\/11727\/13443667\/ange-postecoglou-sacked-by-nottingham-forest-after-39-days-in-charge-of-premier-league-club\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nottingham Forrest<\/a> after just five Premier League games in charge, the Australian coach has built a reputation for attacking football, high-energy pressing, and effective man-management across a variety of leagues. Postecoglou is immediately available and will have a hunger to prove his sacking was a mistake.<\/p>\n<p>For Wolves, Postecoglou offers a potential reboot: an identity, a style, and the chance to excite the fan base. His risk is that his previous tenure suggests that he may require time to fully implement his style. But if the board is willing to back a longer-term project, Postecoglou brings a fresh vision.<\/p>\n<h3>1. Erik Ten Hag<\/h3>\n<div class=\"getty embed image\" style=\"background-color: #fff; display: inline-block; font-family: Roboto,sans-serif; color: #a7a7a7; font-size: 11px; width: 100%; max-width: 594px;\">\n<div style=\"padding: 0; margin: 0; text-align: left;\"><a style=\"color: #a7a7a7; text-decoration: none; font-weight: normal !important; border: none; display: inline-block;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gettyimages.com\/detail\/2153206825\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Embed from Getty Images<\/a><\/div>\n<div style=\"overflow: hidden; position: relative; height: 0; padding: 61.952858% 0 0 0; width: 100%;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: inline-block; position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0;\" src=\"\/\/embed.gettyimages.com\/embed\/2153206825?et=b_NDAUlxRrFxk7-kbNiSsg&amp;tld=com&amp;sig=-yJAoMLPKF6abaQr7J4O4GHV7AZYn5n4aiL2i3cflwY=&amp;caption=true&amp;ver=1\" width=\"594\" height=\"368\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Erik Ten Hag is currently available after leaving Bayer Leverkusen after just three games earlier this year. Despite this unusually short managerial stint, He previously managed Manchester United, winning the FA Cup and Carabao Cup in his two full seasons, and is known for his tactical discipline, structured approach, and emphasis on youth development.<\/p>\n<p>Ten Hag combines high pressing with intelligent positional play, creating teams that are both organised and capable of controlling possession. For Wolves, he could bring stability, a clear identity on the pitch, and a balance of experience and progressive football, making him a strong candidate for both immediate results and long-term development.<\/p>\n<p>Wolves now face a crucial decision that could shape the club\u2019s trajectory for the season and beyond. The next appointment will need to balance short-term stability with a clear vision for the future, instilling confidence in both players and fans. Whether the focus is on restructuring the team, introducing a distinct style of play, or developing talent for the long term, the club must choose someone capable of navigating the challenges of the Premier League while aligning with its ambitions. The right decision could restore momentum, strengthen the squad\u2019s identity, and set Wolves on a path toward renewed competitiveness.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/2025\/07\/30\/top-5-wolves-managers-of-all-time\/\" target=\"_self\">Wolves Top Five Managers Of All Time<\/a><\/p>\n<p><em>Featured Image courtesy of IMAGO \/ Action Plus. A general view of the outside of Molineux showing the stands PUBLICATIONxNOTxINxUK ActionPlus12757646 GodfreyxPitt<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wolverhampton Wanderers are under pressure. If the club moves on from V\u00edtor Pereira, they&#8217;ll be looking for a capable replacement who can handle Premier League survival, deliver results quickly, and ideally bring some ambition for the medium term. Here are five managers Wolves could appoint should they sack Pereira. 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