Strachan exits Celtic for coaching role at West Brom

Gavin Strachan has left the Celtic to join the coaching staff at West Bromwich Albion. Strachan, 47, will work under former Scotland midfielder James Morrison as a first-team coach at the English Championship club after six years in a similar role at Celtic Park. Prior to joining the Scottish champions he served as assistant manager at Doncaster Rovers and Peterborough United. "I have only really known Gavin for the past six months, but his contribution was vital to our success and of course I wish him very well for the future," said Celtic manager Martin O'Neill. Celtic have yet to confirm O'Neill's backroom staff for next season after Shaun Maloney and Stephen McManus stepped up from their club roles and Mark Fotheringham joined on a temporary basis last season. Morrison has backed Strachan to "bring fresh ideas" to West Brom, saying: "Having a new pair of eyes from somebody with Gavin's experience will help us massively."