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Slaven Bilic has been sacked by West Bromwich Albion, despite Tuesday’s surprise 1-1 draw with Manchester City, giving them an unexpected point in the battle to avoid relegation.
West Brom is second from the tail in the Premier League after scoring just seven points from 13 games, their only win coming against Sheffield United late last month. They also tied four games and lost eight.
A statement from the club read: “West Bromwich Albion parted ways with head coach Slaven Bilic today.
Assistant coaches Dean Racunica and Danilo Butorovic and first team coach Julian Dicks have also left the club with immediate effect.
“Albion would like to thank Slaven and his coaching staff for their promotion efforts last season and wishes everyone the best in the future.
“The club will not comment further at this time.”
Bilic, who was appointed West Brom boss in June 2019 and won promotion to the Premier League last season, is the first senior manager to lose his job this season.
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Speaking after Tuesday’s credible draw at Manchester City, the 52-year-old did not appear to be a man under pressure.
“To be fair, it doesn’t bother me,” Bilic told reporters. “I’m doing my job. I’m enjoying it. I’m working hard for myself, for my staff, for the players, for the club, that’s all.
“Everything else is out of my control. I’m not so bothered by what’s going on behind the scenes. I don’t care.”
West Brom will host Aston Villa on Sunday.
