Here we go: Two time Premier League winner tops leads to land West Brom job
Former Watford boss and England international Tom Cleverley has been tipped as an ideal new Albion head coach.
Cleverley, 35, was dismissed from his role as head coach at the Baggies’ Championship rivals Watford at the beginning of this month after a 14th-placed finish.
And former Albion midfielder Andy Johnson, who works in a co-commentary role covering the club, has heard positive things about the young head coach and would welcome his appointment at The Hawthorns.
The Hornets are renowned at chopping and changing head coaches and Cleverley’s 13-month stint in charge can be considered a consolidated spell by Watford standards.
In a surprising twist of fate, former Watford head coach Tom Cleverley has emerged as a leading candidate for the managerial position at West Bromwich Albion. Recently sacked after a disappointing 14th-place finish, the 35-year-old is now being tipped for a swift return to management.
Andy Johnson, a former Albion midfielder and current co-commentator, has voiced his support for Cleverley, praising the young coach’s potential. Johnson noted that he has heard positive feedback regarding Cleverley’s capabilities and would welcome his arrival at The Hawthorns.
Watford is infamous for its frequent coaching changes, and Cleverley’s 13-month tenure can be seen as a relative success in comparison. Johnson commented on the trend of younger head coaches taking the reins in football, stating, “I think it’s the way football is going a little bit. There are a lot of young, exciting coaches coming through, both in Europe and the UK.” This sentiment reflects a growing belief that fresh, innovative ideas are essential for success in today’s game.
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