Cifuentes 'not on Baggies shortlist'
QPR boss Marti Cifuentes is not on West Bromwich Albion's shortlist for their head coach vacancy, reports BBC Radio WM.
The Spaniard, who was put on gardening leave by Rangers last night, has been linked with The Hawthorns - replacing Tony Mowbray - and also the job at Norwich City.
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According to BBC Radio WM, West Brom have not offered the job to anyone and are "continuing with their recruitment process".
Cifuentes was appointed as QPR boss in October 2023, replacing Gareth Ainsworth, and led them to Championship safety, having taken over when they were second from bottom.
After another slow start this season, the Londoners are 15th in the table and will have assistant coaches Kevin Betsy and Xavi Calm in charge for their final game of the campaign at Sunderland on Saturday.
"This is naturally a disappointing situation for everyone concerned," said QPR chief executive Christian Nourry.
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"As a club, we are working to ensure this matter is resolved as swiftly as possible so we can start preparations in earnest for the future."
Tony Mowbray was sacked by West Brom last week after getting only five wins in 18 league games, ending their play-off hopes.
James Morrison remains as interim head coach for their last game of the season at home against Luton on Saturday.
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