West Brom make Tony Mowbray statement as shock decision confirmed
by James Pallatt · Birmingham LiveWest Brom have parted company with Tony Mowbray.
The club confirmed the decision in the wake of a defeat to Derby County on Easter Monday.
It was their fifth defeat in six matches in the Championship and left them in 10th place, six points adrift of the play-offs.
A 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.
“Tony and Mark will forever be welcome at The Hawthorns and their contributions to the club winning the 2007/08 Sky Bet Championship title will never be forgotten.
“Everyone at Albion wishes Tony and Mark all the very best in the future.
“James Morrison will oversee first-team affairs on an interim basis, assisted by Damia Abella and Boaz Myhill.
“The process of recruiting a new Head Coach is now under way.”