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Carlos Corberan: West Bromwich Albion boss is the 'top coach' we needed, says Ron Gourlay

West Bromwich Albion chief executive Ron Gourlay is convinced he has got the right man in new boss Carlos Corberan - but he says the Baggies head coach must be shown patience by the fans.

The Spaniard became Albion's fifth boss in under two years when he succeeded Steve Bruce this week.

But after bowing to fan pressure to sack Bruce and predecessor Val Ismael, the Albion board have pleaded for time.

"I've got a top coach now. But we have to give him our support," said Gourlay.

"We cannot keep changing managers. It has to stop.