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O'Neil on fan frustrations, Strand Larsen and 'crazy errors'

Wolves boss Gary O'Neil has been speaking to the media before Wednesday's Premier League game against Everton (kick-off 19:30 GMT).

Here are the key lines from his news conference:

  • O'Neil confirmed "everyone is OK" and ready for selection against Everton.

  • He had nothing to say to the fans who are directing frustrations at him: "I don't have a message. I have 90 minutes each week to deliver a message to our supporters. We understand that there will be tough moments and we try to limit them. It's just part and parcel for what we're trying to do."

  • On Nelson Semedo's yellow card at the weekend, which leaves him suspended for Wednesday's match: "Nelson is adamant that he wasn't clapping sarcastically, but he misses this game. Lads are ready to step in and put in a display that gets us points."

  • He seemed confident of his future at Molineux: "I have zero concerns around my role and future as a coach. I know every small detail of the situation we're dealing with at the football club. I am very comfortable with my own situation and I don't need it to be discussed."

  • When asked what went wrong during Saturday's defeat to Bournemouth: "Crazy errors at really key stages in the football match. To give away penalties like that can't happen in the Premier League. Bournemouth didn't do too much else really. All of the good phases we produced were forgotten. A real disappointment."

  • On Jorgen Strand Larsen, who scored a brace last time out: "He looked like a handful. His numbers are excellent for a new striker to the league. To hit the ground running is a big plus for us. It's not easy to do."

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