West Ham are back on the hunt for a “high-calibre” manager after opting not to extend the contract of David Moyes.

Moyes reached the end of his short-term contract with the club at the end of the season.

David Moyes insists he is comfortable with his initial six-month contract at West Ham.

Wes Hoolahan was at his mesmeric best at the weekend, scoring twice as Norwich hammered play-off contenders Reading 7-1.

Alan Pardew is in the frame to become Norwich's new manager.

Republic of Ireland defender Sean St Ledger has been released by MLS new boys Orlando City, reportedly for a “serious breach of club policy”.

A simple test measuring water evaporation from the skin of newborns could help identity those most at risk of developing eczema, according to a study.

West Brom misfits Silvestre Varela and Sebastian Blanco are set to leave The Hawthorns within the next 24 hours.

Head coach Tony Pulis is chasing his first signing for the club but has seen a bid, reported to be £4m, turned down. The Baggies are expected to return with a second offer for the winger, who has scored five goals in 22 games for the Championship strugglers.

West Brom are now just four points above the drop zone

Tony Pulis has begun major changes to his backroom staff at West Brom with coaches Rob Kelly, Keith Downing and Dean Kiely all leaving the club.

West Brom technical director Terry Burton has hinted the Baggies could sell Saido Berahino in January.

Tony Pulis dismissed any confusion over the hierarchy at West Brom and insists his job is clear.

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Tony Pulis has called for unity at West Brom after he was confirmed as the Baggies' new head coach.

James Morrison insists there is nowhere for the West Brom players to hide as he bids to impress Tony Pulis.

Tony Pulis will be confirmed as West Brom’s new head coach by the weekend, Press Association Sport understands.

Tim Sherwood is playing a waiting game with West Brom preparing to decide on their new head coach.

West Brom insist reports suggesting Saido Berahino is set to join Liverpool are “entire fabrication” while Tottenham are also understood to be looking elsewhere in January.

West Brom have sacked head coach Alan Irvine after just half a season in charge.

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West Brom 1 Aston Villa 0

Barclays Premier League leaders Chelsea returned to winning ways with a 2-0 victory over 10-man Hull at Stamford Bridge.

Under-fire West Brom boss Alan Irvine believes his side’s gruelling goalless draw at Hull will provide a timely tonic as the Baggies prepare to head into the busy festive fixture programme.

Joleon Lescott has vowed to lift the pressure on under-fire West Brom boss Alan Irvine and insisted he did not sign up for a relegation battle.

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Chelsea 2 WBA 0

Jose Mourinho insists Chelsea versus Schalke on Tuesday night should not be billed as a clash between him and his opposite number Roberto Di Matteo.

Saido Berahino admits he may have to leave West Brom to achieve his ambitions.

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Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers admits the team are back in a period of transition but believes the imminent return of striker Daniel Sturridge will provide a huge boost.

Saido Berahino's brace powered West Brom past hapless Burnley 4-0 to seal their third straight win.

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Partizan Belgrade are facing Uefa sanctions after the governing body opened disciplinary proceedings for the anti-Semitic banner displayed by some of their fans against Tottenham.

West Brom 0 Everton 2

West Brom chairman Jeremy Peace has called for the transfer window to be moved.

Southampton 0 West Brom 0

Southampton and West Brom played out a goalless draw as Ronald Koeman's first home game in charge of Saints failed to usher in an exciting new era.

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