Steve Davis will remain as Wolves’ interim head coach until 2023, the club have confirmed.
The 57-year-old assumed the role when Bruno Lage was sacked on October 2 and has overseen one win and two defeats in his three games in charge so far, with the club sat 18th in the Premier League table.
Wolves shortlisted as many as 15 names and spoke to a large number of those over the role. However, ultimately they feel that none of the available options are the right fit to take the club forward.
The board also have one eye on the World Cup and any potential options that emerge following its conclusion.
The news comes just hours after after QPR head coach Mick Beale turned down an approach from Wolves because “it wasn’t the right moment”.
Wolves were disappointed they were unable to land Beale but respect his decision to stay at QPR.
In a statement on the club’s official website, Wolves chairman Jeff Shi said: “In the short time Steve and his team have been in interim charge of the first team, we have already seen improvements to the group, with the players responding well to their methods and the changes they have started to implement.
“Steve understands the culture and standards set at this club, and we want to give him and his team clarity on their positions and allow them the best possible opportunity for success.
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“While there are no outstanding candidates to appoint on a permanent basis to the head coach position, we have complete faith in their ability and leadership to continue their roles into the World Cup break and new year.
“We have no plans to rush our search for a new permanent head coach and will not compromise in any way our approach to appointing the person we believe to be the perfect fit for our club, our squad and the role of head coach at Wolves.”
Former Spain manager Julen Lopetegui had also rejected the role earlier this month, citing family reasons for his decision.
Wolves’ remaining fixtures before the World Cup
Leicester (H) – October 23, 2pm
Brentford (A) – October 29, 3pm
Brighton (H) – November 5, 3pm
Leeds (H) – November 9, 7.45pm – Carabao Cup third round
Arsenal (H) – November 12, 7.45pm
