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West Bromwich Albion Eyes Eric Ramsay as New Coach

1/8/2026

Summary

Story summary

West Bromwich Albion is pursuing Eric Ramsay, head coach of Minnesota United, to replace Ryan Mason after Mason was sacked following poor performances that left the club 18th in the Championship.
Ramsay, 34, has led Minnesota United to back-to-back playoff semi-finals and is known for his coaching experience at Manchester United and the Wales national team.
The club aims to finalize Ramsay's appointment before their next match against Middlesbrough on January 16.
Other candidates include Lee Carsley and Michael Carrick, but Ramsay remains the frontrunner.

History

Historical Context

West Bromwich Albion, founded in 1878, has faced financial challenges throughout its history, including a significant decline after relegation from the Premier League in 2018. In 2020, the English Football League introduced a financial sustainability framework to support struggling clubs. Currently, West Brom sits 18th in the Championship, highlighting the ongoing need for effective leadership, with Eric Ramsay emerging as a key candidate for coaching stability.

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Story summary

West Bromwich Albion is pursuing Eric Ramsay, head coach of Minnesota United, to replace Ryan Mason after Mason was sacked following poor performances that left the club 18th in the Championship.
Ramsay, 34, has led Minnesota United to back-to-back playoff semi-finals and is known for his coaching experience at Manchester United and the Wales national team.
The club aims to finalize Ramsay's appointment before their next match against Middlesbrough on January 16.
Other candidates include Lee Carsley and Michael Carrick, but Ramsay remains the frontrunner.

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