Tony Pulis: West Brom sack head coach after Chelsea defeat

Welshman Pulis said he was “proud” to have managed the club and predicted the team can finish in the “upper reaches” of the table.

“My remit was to develop the squad and ensure we delivered results which would in turn improve the club’s financial position,” he said.

“We have achieved this year on year and I am pleased to have played a part in the club’s growth.

“This season, expectations have risen and although we are disappointed with some of our results, one thing I would never question is this group’s work ethic and application.”

Pulis has been linked with the Wales manager’s job vacated by Chris Coleman on Friday.

Chairman John Williams said: “These decisions are never taken lightly but always in the interests of the club.

“We are in a results business and over the back end of last season and this season to date, ours have been very disappointing.

“We would like to place on record our appreciation of Tony’s contribution and hard work during a period of transition for the club which included a change of ownership. We wish him well in his future endeavours.”

West Brom face Tottenham in the Premier League at Wembley on Saturday, and follow that with home games against Newcastle (28 November) and Crystal Palace (2 December).