West Brom have named former Manchester United assistant Eric Ramsay as their new head coach after he guided Minnesota United to the semi-finals of the Major League Soccer play-offs
Eric Ramsay and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer during their time together at Manchester United
Eric Ramsay and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer during their time together at Manchester United(Image: Matthew Peters/Manchester United via Getty Images))
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West Bromwich Albion have named former Manchester United assistant Eric Ramsay as their new head coach. The 34-year-old departs MLS side Minnesota United, where he has spent the last two seasons.
Ramsay was appointed as a player development coach at United under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in 2021 before going to work under Ralf Rangnick and Erik ten Hag. He has also worked as an assistant coach for Wales and had spells with Swansea, Shrewsbury and Chelsea.
The appointment was confirmed hours after the Baggies beat Swansea in a penalty shoot-out to reach the fourth round of the FA Cup. Ramsay, who has signed a two-and-a-half-year contract, replaces Ryan Mason, who was sacked on Tuesday after a 2-1 defeat at Leicester City.
“Throughout our recruitment process, Eric consistently exhibited the qualities to lead and succeed in the world’s most demanding football environment,” Albion chairman Shilen Patel said.
“In his time as a head coach, his teams have been characterised by intensity, organisation, and adaptability – all critical for the sustained success and growth that we envision in the short and long term.
“Eric impressed us as a person, a coach, and a fit for our squad. I am pleased to welcome him to The Albion as we work with purpose to seize the opportunities and confront the challenges before us.”
While Albion President and sporting director Andrew Nestor said: "Eric's unique coaching journey has equipped him with significant experience and a deep understanding of English football.
“Eric’s leadership qualities and attention to detail are key traits that stuck out to us, and he has demonstrated an ability to adapt his playing style to get the best from players at his disposal without compromising his football philosophy.
“His recent work as head coach at Minnesota over the past two seasons has reinforced this, having led a squad to perform well beyond expectations against clubs with greater budgets.
"Along with Eric, we are also pleased to have Dennis join him at The Albion. Dennis is an accomplished coach in British football with experience of the Championship and the football landscape in the Midlands. Together they have formed a strong alliance."
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