Controversial Fleetwood Town manager Joey Barton remains under investigation after allegedly assaulting Barnsley boss Daniel Stendel on Saturday. The incident occurred in the tunnel at full-time, reportedly leaving Stendel requiring emergency dental treatment after losing both his front teeth.A South Yorkshire Police statement read: “Officers received reports of an assault at Barnsley FC on Saturday, April 13. This incident has been crimed and will be thoroughly investigated.”Meanwhile, Fleetwood have confirmed they have appealed Harry Souttar’s 65th-minute red card.Also in League One, Sunderland boss Jack Ross is on the radar of Championship promotion-pushers West Bromwich Albion, according to reports.The Baggies are still seeking a replacement for Darren Moore, who was sacked last month with the club lying fourth in the table. Despite the reports, only BetVictor seem to be taking bets on Ross becoming the next West Brom boss, offering long odds of 33/1. Meanwhile, … [Read more...] about Joey Barton still under investigation as ex-Manchester United star Paul Scholes opens up on swift exit from Oldham, and West Brom could move for Sunderland boss Jack Ross
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West Bromwich Albion could make a move for Sunderland manager, Portsmouth striker tipped to become Premier League star
West Bromwich Albion could make a move for Sunderland manager Jack Ross, according to reports. The Baggies are still seeking a replacement for Darren Moore, who was sacked last month with the club lying 4th in the Championship. And The Sun understands, quoted by HITC Sport, that Ross could be considered for the Albion role and the Scotland job, if the vacancy comes up. Despite the report, only BetVictor seem to be taking bets on Ross becoming the next West Brom boss, offering long odds of 33/1. Portsmouth striker Oli Hawkins has tipped teammate Jamal Lowe to become a Premier League star. Lowe laid on two assists before rounding off the scoring - taking his tally to 16 this term - as Pompey moved within two points of 2nd in their 4-1 win over Rochdale. "He can go on as high as he possibly can," said Hawkins. "This is a step for him in the right direction and this season he is showing what he can do."I think he could get to the Premier League, if he puts the work in. Anything can happen … [Read more...] about West Bromwich Albion could make a move for Sunderland manager, Portsmouth striker tipped to become Premier League star
West Brom ‘consider’ Sunderland boss Jack Ross, Portsmouth star tipped for Premier League move, Joey Barton remains under investigation in alleged Barnsley incident
West Bromwich Albion could make a move for Sunderland manager Jack Ross, according to reports. The Baggies are still seeking a replacement for Darren Moore, who was sacked last month with the club lying 4th in the Championship. And The Sun understands, quoted by HITC Sport, that Ross could be considered for the Albion role and the Scotland job, if the vacancy comes up. Despite the report, only BetVictor seem to be taking bets on Ross becoming the next West Brom boss, offering long odds of 33/1. Portsmouth striker Oli Hawkins has tipped teammate Jamal Lowe to become a Premier League star. Lowe laid on two assists before rounding off the scoring - taking his tally to 16 this term - as Pompey moved within two points of 2nd in their 4-1 win over Rochdale. "He can go on as high as he possibly can," said Hawkins. "This is a step for him in the right direction and this season he is showing what he can do."I think he could get to the Premier League, if he puts the work in. Anything can … [Read more...] about West Brom ‘consider’ Sunderland boss Jack Ross, Portsmouth star tipped for Premier League move, Joey Barton remains under investigation in alleged Barnsley incident
Barry opens up on nerves, rejecting Liverpool and joining West Brom
Gareth Barry has opened up on the nerves he felt before starting his first Everton match - and exactly why he made the move to West Brom. The midfielder joined the Blues initially on loan ahead of the 2013/14 season, eventually making the switch to Goodison Park from Manchester City permanent a year later. And then-manager Roberto Martinez wasted no time in thrusting the midfielder into the action. Barry made his debut for Everton from the start of a 1-0 win over Chelsea at Goodison Park, and quickly showed his qualities to the home crowd with a fantastic block to deny Samuel Eto'o placing the ball into an empty net. However, the now 37-year-old has revealed the nerves he felt before the match, as he worried he might not be ready to make his debut yet. He told Everton's official match programme: "I was a bit nervous because I'd not really had a pre-season and the weekend before I had played in a testimonial game for Stiliyan Petrov up at Celtic. I struggled a bit and wasn't fit … [Read more...] about Barry opens up on nerves, rejecting Liverpool and joining West Brom
Bogus West Brom ‘talent scout’ preying on school children
West Bromwich Albion Football Club has hit out at a bogus 'talent scout' who preyed on school children in Warwickshire. The phoney told kids he was looking for the next big thing. But Championship club has said it would never authorise any of its staff to approach children at school. It follows a frightening incident at St Giles Junior School in Bedworth yesterday (Thursday, January 10). Members of Bedworth Safer Neighbourhood Team (SNT) have issued a warning after a man, who was wearing a West Bromwich Albion FC jacket, went to the Hayes Lane-based school and claimed he was a talent scout. "He had no ID or documents and was sent away," the SNT posted on Twitter. "If any similar / suspicious actions occur near your child's school, please let us know." CoventryLive contacted West Bromwich Albion and the club said that it had no knowledge of the individual nor would it ever authorise such conduct. Police are now keen to hear from anyone who saw the man in the area. The suspect has been … [Read more...] about Bogus West Brom ‘talent scout’ preying on school children