Former Manchester United assistant manager Rene Hake has reportedly verbally agreed to join West Bromwich Albion as manager.The Dutchman has had previous managerial experience in the Netherlands,

West Bromwich Albion are in discussions with a former Manchester United coach to replace Carlos Corberan.Rene Hake is in talks to become West Brom’s new permanent manager according to a new report from transfer news specialist Fabrizio Romano.

Former Manchester United assistant head coach Rene Hake is a contender to become West Bromwich Albion's new boss. The 53-year-old is on the shortlist to replace Carlos Corberan as the Baggies close in on the Spaniard's replacement.

Sheffield United played out a hard-fought 1-1 draw against managerless West Brom. First-half goals from Andre Brooks and Karlan Grant meant that the points were shared at Bramall Lane. United began to press the visitors from the off, forcing West Brom into numerous early misplaced passes.

Follow live coverage as Sheffield United face West Bromwich Albion in the Championship today. An increasingly competitive second tier in English football remains an intense and exciting competition, with the prize of a place in the Premier League on offer at the end of the season.