It is reported that West Bromich Albion will appoint their new manager, to which Burnley's Steve Cotterill is heavily linked, before the end of this week.

A board meeting is being held at The Hawthorns this Thursday, whereby the Baggies hierarchy are believed to make their final decision on the position.

Cotterill is speculated to be leading the way for the post, with Alex McLeish, Mike Newell, Tony Mowbray and Nigel Pearson also reported to be in the frame.