Tony Pulis has been given his marching orders as manager of West Bromwich Albion after three years in charge at The Hawthorns.
Saturday’s 4-0 defeat at home against Chelsea left the Baggies in 17th place in the Premier League table, one point above the relegation zone.
West Brom have won only two of their past 21 league games. Chairman John Williams said the “very disappointing” results left the club with no alternative but to sack Pulis.
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“These decisions are never taken lightly but always in the interests of the club,” Williams told Sky Sports.
“We are in a results business and over the back end of last season and this season to date, ours have been very disappointing.
“We would like to place on record our appreciation of Tony’s contribution and hard work during a period of transition for the club which included a change of ownership. We wish him well in his future endeavours.”
Gary Megson will take over as caretaker manager while a replacement is found. Names already being mentioned for the job include Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes, Northern Ireland’s Michael O’Neill and former England boss Sam Allardyce.
According to the latest prices by Oddschecker, McInnes is favourite for the job at 4/1. Also linked with Rangers, he was a former West Brom player and captain from 2000 to 2003.
Meanwhile, the Express and Star says Pulis may not be out of work for long as he is now favourite to take over from Chris Coleman as Wales manager.
Who will be West Brom’s next manager?
The best price according to Oddschecker as of 20 November.
- Derek McInnes 4/1
- Michael O’Neill 4/1
- Sam Allardyce 5/1
- Alan Pardew 12/1
- Ronald Koeman 16/1
- Gary Megson 16/1
- Chris Wilder 20/1
- Martin O’Neill 20/1
