Julen Lopetegui rejects Wolves for a SECOND time, as ex-Sevilla boss rules out instant return
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Julen Lopetegui REJECTS Wolves for second time as ex Sevilla boss has no plans to jump back into management right away while focusing on family
- Julen Lopetegui has turned down Wolves’ management position to focus on his family
- Ex-Seville boss was at the top of the club’s wish list to replace deposed Bruno Lage
- Lopetegui previously turned down Wolves to take on the Spanish national team
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Julen Lopetegui has decided to turn down the chance to manage Wolves for a second time after the club made him their first choice to succeed Bruno Lage.
The former boss of Spain and Real Madrid held talks with Wolves chairman Jeff Shi in his home country this week and chose to turn back the offer for family reasons.
Lopetegui was sacked by Sevilla last week and as his 92-year-old father is said to be unwell, he has decided not to return to the game immediately.
Julen Lopetegui has a chance to be rejected as Wolves’ new manager for a second time
It’s a huge setback for Wolves, who had pinned their hopes on Lopetegui and were sure he would accept it. They were also about to hire Lopetegui six years ago, but he took over the Spanish national post instead.
It is unclear whether Wolves will be willing to continue with interim management until the World Cup break next month, when they could try to convince Lopetegui again.
Caretakers Steve Davis and James Collins will continue to lead the team in the absence of a permanent boss as Wolves face a crucial game against Nottingham Forest on Saturday.
Wolves will be led by caretakers Steve Davis and James Collins against Nottingham Forest
Bo Svensson, the highly regarded Mainz coach, could now enter the fray. The Dane was on Brighton’s shortlist before they hired Roberto De Zerbi and has a growing reputation.
Celtic boss Ange Postecoglu is another with many admirers, although it would be a surprise if he left Glasgow mid-season.
