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Pranav Shahaney

Mon 2 June 2025 19:48, UK

West Brom are on the cusp of finalising their new permanent manager to succeed Tony Mowbray.

The Baggies roped in Mowbray after Carlos Coberan left, but it wasn’t a decision that paid dividends.

He was sacked within a few months of joining, making it imperative for the club to make the right decision in the summer.

Ryan Mason to sign three-year contract at The Hawthorns

According to John Percy (2 June), the Baggies have made the decision to hire Tottenham coach Ryan Mason.

Confirmation for the same is expected imminently, as everything appears to be in place for an announcement.

After spending seven years in North London, including managing a few games on an interim basis, he will be leaving the Lilywhites.

It’s understood that the Englishman will sign a three-year contract at The Hawthorns.

Mason has been lauded as one of the brightest assistant managers in the Premier League and will now be testing himself outside his comfort zone.

West Brom fans should be excited with Mason’s appointment

Mason’s appointment as West Brom manager will undoubtedly ignite excitement among fans.

At 33, he brings a fresh, modern approach, having honed his coaching skills under top managers like Jose Mourinho and Ange Postecoglou at Tottenham.

His experience as Spurs’ interim manager demonstrates his ability to handle high-pressure roles despite his youth, making him a bold, progressive choice for the Baggies.

Mason’s focus on attacking, dynamic football aligns with West Brom’s tradition of flair, promising an exciting brand of play to rekindle fan enthusiasm.

His connections at Tottenham could facilitate loan deals for promising talents like Mikey Moore or Jamie Donley, boosting the squad’s quality.

As the club’s youngest permanent manager in over a century, Mason represents a new era, with a three-year contract signalling long-term ambition to push for promotion.

His appointment is a calculated risk that could reinvigorate The Hawthorns.