West Brom manager Carlos Corberan REJECTS the chance to replace Jesse Marsch at Leeds

Carlos Corberan has turned down Leeds United to sign a new deal at West Bromwich Albion.

The 39-year-old had been shortlisted by Leeds in their search for a successor to Jesse Marsch who they sacked on Monday morning.

Corberan was favoured by many within the club including owner Andrea Radrizzani, however, West Brom have made it clear they see him as the man to take them up this season and want him to oversee a long-term plan resulting in their return to the Premier League.

Though he was understood to be flattered by Leeds’ interest he ultimately decided to continue his progress with Albion.

Leeds are continuing to talk to multiple candidates but West Brom have moved quickly to secure Corberan to a four and a half year contract.

Carlos Corberan has opted to stay at West Brom, ruling himself out of the running for the Leeds job

Jesse Marsch was sacked by Leeds on Monday after a poor run of results in the Premier League

Corberan committed his long-term future to the club following talks with chief executive Ron Gourlay.

Albion confirmed in a statement saying: ‘We are delighted to confirm Head Coach Carlos Corberán has signed a contract extension which will see him remain at The Hawthorns until the summer of 2027.

‘The 39-year-old has won 10 of his 13 league games in charge of the Baggies since agreeing a two-and-a-half-year deal with the club in October 2022.’

Gourlay added: ‘I am delighted Carlos has extended his contract at the football club. I have always been impressed by Carlos and my admiration of him as a coach has only grown since he arrived here.

‘His passion for the game we all love has been infectious for all connected with the club, not least our players, who have clearly benefitted from Carlos’ first-class coaching, tactical knowhow, and attention to detail.

‘We sat down three weeks ago to discuss the future of the club and Carlos’ vision for Albion is absolutely aligned with my own. Together we are determined to continue taking the club forwards.”

Corberán added: ‘I have enjoyed my time at Albion, and I am pleased to have secured a contract extension. I would like to thank my staff, the players, and our fantastic supporters for their help in making my time here so positive.

‘I would also like to thank Ron Gourlay for continuing to show faith in me as a coach. I believe that success can only be achieved when everyone works together and the way I have been made to feel welcome at this great club has made me confident that this is the right place for me.

‘It is important to me that we do not let this moment distract us from our target, which is to ensure we improve every day, making the team more and more competitive for the challenges ahead. My focus is always on earning a positive result in our next game and we are working hard to achieve that at Birmingham City on Friday night.’

Leeds owner Andrea Radrizzani is still looking for a replacement for Marsch