Dailysports News Football news Another Portuguese in the frame. Rui Vitória considered for the role of Wolverhampton head coach

Another Portuguese in the frame. Rui Vitória considered for the role of Wolverhampton head coach

Portuguese specialist included in club's shortlist

Football news 05 nov 2025, 14:31

Steven Perez Dailysports's expert

Another Portuguese in the frame. Rui Vitória considered for the role of Wolverhampton head coach

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Rui Vitória could take charge of English side Wolverhampton.

Details: According to PA Media, the 55-year-old Portuguese tactician is on the shortlist of candidates for the vacant position and is himself interested in leading the team.

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Rui Vitoria is reportedly being considered for the head coach vacancy at #Wolves.

The 55-year-old won two Portuguese titles with Benfica and also won the Saudi Pro League with Al-Nassr in 2019. It's thought that Vitoria is open to taking over the club.

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— Talking Wolves (@TalkingWolves) November 5, 2025

Vitória brings an impressive background: he previously managed Portugal’s Benfica, Saudi side Al-Nassr, Russia’s Spartak Moscow, and Greece’s Panathinaikos. He has also worked with the Egyptian national team.

Reminder: Wolverhampton considered Gary O'Neil and Michael Carrick as candidates for the head coach position.

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