Robson exit shocks Pearson

WEST BROM caretaker boss Nigel Pearson has admitted Bryan Robson’s departure as manager is “a big shock to us all” after his 22-month reign at The Hawthorns was ended by mutual consent.

Robson, who was working on a 12 month rolling contract, has paid the price for Albion’s disappointing results since early in the New Year.

Pearson will be in charge for tonight’s Carling Cup clash with Cheltenham and until a successor is appointed.