Sources close to the situation say Edwards was willing to complete all the duties he has been removed from, with Boro taking the decisions regarding Friday’s training session and news conference and Saturday’s match.
They are believed to have been angered by Wolves’ approach and Edwards’ openness to taking the job.
It is understood Edwards views the Wolves job as his dream role, having made more than 100 appearances for the Molineux side between 2004 and 2008.
He grew up in nearby Telford and still has family in the area, though the logistics of any move to Wolves are not said to be a key factor.
Former Coventry and Aston Villa striker Dion Dublin said Middlesbrough fans should not be surprised Edwards has pushed to leave so soon after joining.
“It happens in football all the time. We speak about loyalty – what loyalty? [You will move] if a job comes up that’s going to work for you as an individual, financially, for your family,” he told BBC Radio 5 Live.
“He’s backing himself as a manager. I know Rob very well. Middlesbrough are in a much better place than Wolves are, that balance is better at the moment, but that pull for Rob is just too much.”
