While there was originally some positivity amongst the fanbase in hiring him, supporters of Wigan, Sunderland and Newcastle saw this appointment failing from a mile away. He has been called out for his complete ineptitude when it comes to tactical setup, opting for a slow-tempo and negative style of football that depresses fans and rarely ever works out for his teams. U21s coach Richard Beale will steer the ship for the time being, but West Brom’s next move should be seeking out a new manager to bring life back to the Baggies.
Rob Edwards
Having been sacked by Watford after only 11 games with minimal support in the transfer window, Edwards will be looking for a new opportunity to refresh his career and move to the next level. His promotion-winning system at Forest Green Rovers will complement West Brom’s squad of sufficient attackers, particularly by giving wingbacks Furlong and Townsend more room to get forward, as Rob’s system depends so heavily on attacking phases from the wider areas. The 39-year-old still has a lot to learn, but if West Brom are willing to stick with him, they will have a manager with some serious potential on their hands.
Carlos Corberan
After an impressive 3rd place finish in the Championship last season with Huddersfield Town, Corberan stepped down from his job on the back of a defeat to Nottingham Forest in the playoffs final. The manager is now searching for work again off the back of a short spell at Olympiacos, and a return to the EFL could be exactly what he needs to reignite his career. His system relies on outnumbering the opposition with high press to win the ball back quickly. This – as well as his high defensive line – can leave his teams exposed, but the Spaniard is more than capable of adapting, seen by his switch to a counter-attacking system in his second season at the Terriers to improve defensively.
Chris Wilder
Easily the most prolific manager on this list for taking Sheffield United from League One to a 9th place finish in the Premier League, Wilder will be looking to get straight back into the managerial dugout after a disappointing start to the season at Middlesborough. Wilder is credited for his innovative tactics, such as his use of overlapping centre-backs, where the two wide centre backs of a back three make runs into wide areas to overload the opposition, helping effectively break down teams and stretch them laterally. Wilder is an incredibly experienced and creative coach, and would most certainly bring new life to the Baggies with his style of football.
