<> Playing catch up <>

<> West Brom <>

West Brom appoint 45 year old Valerian Ismael as new head coach, after agreeing
a compensation package with Barnsley Football Club.


<> Birmingham City <>

Birmingham City appoint Craig Gardner as their New Technical Director, to " Oversee the
direction of the clubs football strategy ".
Craig Gardner is promoted from assistant manager, he will report directly to the board,
& " Focus on recruitment, squad development & performance ".

[ Technical director seems to be a popular theme coming through ].


<> Coventry City <>

Coventry City appoint 46 year old Dennis Lawrence, as Coventry City new first
team coach, Lawrence joins Mark Robins coaching staff next week.