# Gary O’Neil Named New Manager of Wolves
Wolves have announced former Bournemouth boss Gary O’Neil as their new manager, replacing Julen Lopetegui on a three-year deal. Lopetegui’s departure from Molineux was confirmed on Tuesday, just three days before the start of the 2023-24 Premier League season.
O’Neil led Bournemouth to a 15th-place finish last season, but was [sacked on 19 June](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/65954183). The 40-year-old is Wolves’ fourth manager in just over two years.
## Wolves’ Search for a New Manager
Wolves had considered several candidates to replace Lopetegui, but O’Neil was the preferred option. He will take charge of his first game on Monday when Wolves travel to Old Trafford to face Manchester United.
## O’Neil’s Career So Far
O’Neil began his managerial career at Bournemouth in 2019, where he achieved a 15th-place finish in the Premier League in his first season. He also led the club to the FA Cup quarter-finals in 2020 and the semi-finals in 2021.
Prior to his time at Bournemouth, O’Neil had a successful playing career with Portsmouth, Middlesbrough, West Ham United, Norwich City and Queens Park Rangers. He also won four caps for England.
## Wolves’ Ambitions for the Future
Wolves are aiming to build on their impressive performances in recent seasons under Lopetegui. They finished seventh in the Premier League last season and reached the quarter-finals of the Europa League.
O’Neil will be hoping to continue the club’s progress and help them achieve their ambitions of European football. He will also be looking to make an immediate impact when he takes charge of his first game against Manchester United on Monday.
## Conclusion
Gary O’Neil has been named as the new manager of Wolves, replacing Julen Lopetegui on a three-year deal. O’Neil has a wealth of experience both as a player and a manager, and will be looking to make an immediate impact when he takes charge of his first game against Manchester United on Monday. Wolves will be hoping he can help them achieve their ambitions of European football and continue their impressive performances in recent seasons.