"West Bromwich Albion made me a generous offer to stay at The Hawthorns that shows the commitment of an ambitious club. After serious consideration, I have decided not to accept that offer. "If I were to stay and achieve promotion next season the expectation would be for me to continue for at least another season and, sadly, that is not a commitment I feel able to make at this stage of my career." West Brom technical director Luke Dowling said the club had "very much hoped to have Sam in charge for next season and beyond".
Former Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder and Lincoln manager Michael Appleton are under consideration to replace Sam Allardyce at West Brom. https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/57185301