West Bromwich Albion has confirmed the appointment of Sam Allardyce as first team manager, following the departure of Slaven Bilic.
Allardyce has signed an 18-month deal with the Baggies, and will bring in his long serving second-in-command Sammy Lee as his assistant manager.
The news comes in the immediate aftermath of Bilic's sacking, which was confirmed by the club on Wednesday following a commendable 1-1 draw against Pep Guardiola's Manchester City.
Allardyce will be in place at the helm in time for Sunday's local derby against Dean Smith's Aston Villa.