'Outstanding manager' O'Neil signs new four-year deal

Wolves boss Gary O'Neil has been described as "very humble" and "maybe the most important member of the team" after it was confirmed that he and his backroom staff have signed new four-year deals which will run until 2028.

O'Neil took charge a few days before the 2023-24 campaign began and led Wolves to a 14th-placed finish in the Premier League, as well as the quarter-finals of the FA Cup.

Chairman Jeff Shi said: "I think Gary is a key member of the team, maybe even the most important member, so we are very happy to have him here for the long-term.

"The team together - me, Gary, [sporting director] Matt Hobbs and all the staff - we are working very closely to prepare for the new season. Gary is key and we are happy to have a very young, talented, capable and outstanding manager here," Shi continued.

Under O'Neil last term, Wolves secured 17 wins in their 45 games across all competitions, while scoring 50 Premier League goals.

"He works very hard and is very humble," added Shi. "He might be the humblest manager I have ever worked with and one of the most hard-working coaches I've ever met. His strengths are around his tactics and his chemistry with the players."

Wolves will travel to Emirates Stadium to face Arsenal in their first fixture of the new campaign (Saturday, 17 August, 15:00 BST).