The Baggies have capitulated in the Championship promotion race and their play-off hopes were extinguished by an Easter Monday defeat to relegation-threatened Derby County.
Tony Mowbray was relieved of his duties as manager later in the day, with his assistant Mark Venus following him out of the door. James Morrison, a Baggies stalwart, has been placed in charge on a temporary basis.
A statement issued by the Baggies read: “West Bromwich Albion have today parted company with head coach Tony Mowbray. Assistant head coach Mark Venus has also departed the club.
“The club would like to place on record its thanks to Tony and Mark for their efforts – but has made the decision to part company following a series of poor results.
“Tony and Mark will forever be welcome at The Hawthorns and their contributions to the club winning the 2007/08 Championship title will never be forgotten. Everyone at Albion wishes Tony and Mark all the very best in the future.”
Here is an early look at the BetVictor frontrunners to become West Brom’s next permanent boss.
1. Frontrunners for West Bromwich Albion job
A look at the early frontrunners for the West Bromwich Albion job - with some familiar faces featured. Photo: Ben Roberts Photo/Getty Images
