West Brom confirmed on their club website on Tuesday that Jimmy Shan has been appointed as manager of the club until the end of the 2018/19 season.
West Brom made Jimmy Shan caretaker manager after the departure of Darren Moore and were keen to bring in a new manager before the end of the season.
Preston’s Alex Neil was heavily linked with the vacant role, but he penned a new deal with the club on Sunday, bringing an end to the Baggies’ hopes of bringing him in.
However, it has now been confirmed that Shan will take charge of the club’s remaining games as they fight for a place in the Premier League. Shan has guided West Brom to four wins from six games since taking over, solidifying their place in 4th spot.
Speaking to the club website upon his appointment, Shan expressed his determination to deliver promotion for West Brom fans.
“I’m happy that we can now move forward with clear planning and direction for the remainder of the season. It won’t change the work ethic and application of the players and the staff but it enables us to crack on with a clear target in our sights.
“From a personal point of view, there is huge, huge pride to be given the responsibility. For me, it is a chance to see the journey through that began at the end of last season.
“I’ve heard it said that with two or three extra games we may have stayed up last season. My aim is to make sure we get those extra games at the end of this season and complete our road back to the Premier League.”
