West Bromwich Albion have parted company with Head Coach Tony Mowbray, the club confirmed today. The 61-year-old, who was appointed in January on a two-and-a-half-year deal, has been sacked after just three months in charge.
According to a statement released by West Brom, the decision to part ways with Mowbray was made following a series of poor results, including today’s 3-1 home defeat to Derby County. The loss leaves the Baggies six points adrift of the play-offs.
The club’s statement 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.”
Mowbray, a former Celtic and Hibernian boss, made his return to football in January after battling cancer. However, his second stint as a manager has been short-lived. The club has thanked Mowbray and Venus for their contributions, particularly for their role in winning the 2007/08 Sky Bet Championship title.
As reported by The Scottish Sun, West Brom have appointed James Morrison, a 38-year-old former Scotland international, as caretaker manager. Morrison, who earned 46 caps for Scotland, spent 12 years at West Brom as a player and was a fan favourite at the Hawthorns. He joined the club’s coaching staff after retiring from football in 2019 and also worked with the national team for 14 months alongside Steve Clarke.
Morrison will oversee first-team affairs on an interim basis, assisted by Damia Abella and Boaz Myhill. The club has confirmed that the process of recruiting a new Head Coach is now underway.
The appointment of Morrison marks his first managerial post. The Scottish Sun understands that Morrison will take over a team he knows intimately, having spent several years at the club as a player and coach.
As The Scottish Sun previously reported, Mowbray’s sacking was widely expected after a disappointing run of results. The club’s decision to part ways with Mowbray has raised questions about the team’s prospects for the remainder of the season.
In related news, fans and pundits alike will be keeping a close eye on West Brom’s next move as they look to appoint a permanent successor to Mowbray. For now, Morrison will be tasked with steadying the ship and guiding the team through a challenging period.
The news of Mowbray’s departure has sent shockwaves through the English Championship, with many rival clubs and fans reacting to the development. As the situation continues to unfold, The Scottish Sun will provide updates and analysis on the story.
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