Albion's new manager hunt could be affected by bitter rivals Crystal Palace.

The Premier League strugglers have sacked Neil Warnock.

Tony Pulis is unlikely to return to Selhurst Park but the vacancy could appeal to other candidates in the running for the Albion post, such as Chris Hughton and Tim Sherwood.

Warnock is unlikely to become a last-minute contender for The job at The Amex, in spite of his often-stated affection for Albion.