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The American, now the Championship club's majority shareholder, has also become the Baggies' new chairman.

The American, now the Championship club's majority shareholder, has also become the Baggies' new chairman. The Baggies have not played in the Premier League since being relegated at the end of the season, having twice lost their top-flight status under Lai. But Albion are well placed in the battle for a Championship play-off place, lying fifth under head coach Carlos Corberan - 16 points off an automatic promotion place, although with a four-point cushion on the chasing pack. The takeover, first announced by Albion on 16 February, has taken almost a fortnight to be finalised but, having been approved by the English Football League, Patel has now officially taken charge. Patel also owns a minority shareholding in Italian Serie A club Bologna , which he has had since BBC Sport originally reported in January that Patel had become a significant candidate to take control of the club from Lai, who had been owner since buying out Jeremy Peace in The American has also previously invested in businesses across five continents including technology, healthcare, real estate, finance, food and beverages.

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Despite off-field issues, West Bromwich Albion are trying to battle for a place in the top six of the Championship. The Baggies missed out on a play-off spot last season, as their slow start to the campaign cost them in the end, as Carlos Corberan did his best to meet the demands. Coming into this season, there was an expectation that West Brom were going to improve, as they are always considered one of the strongest sides in the league, and Corberan was expected to be allowed to make personal changes. However, financial issues emerged for the club, and that meant Corberan was only allowed to bring in three new players over the summer. The Baggies have made a steady start to this season, but the concern will be whether this ongoing takeover situation is going to be resolved anytime soon. Here, we have taken a look at the latest news surrounding it…. It is no secret that West Brom is up for sale, with Chinese businessman Guochuan Lai looking to sell the club after ongoing financial issues. However, it was revealed by Football Insider at the beginning of October, that Lai is now willing to lower his asking price, as he looks to get a deal over the line. While the club is open to the sale of any of their key players for the right price, there will not be a fire sale in the January window. News Player of the Month Choose the best from February. Inter Milan.

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The American, now the Championship club's majority shareholder, has also become the Baggies' new chairman. The Baggies have not played in the Premier League since being relegated at the end of the season, having twice lost their top-flight status under Lai. But Albion are well placed in the battle for a Championship play-off place, lying fifth under head coach Carlos Corberan - 16 points off an automatic promotion place, although with a four-point cushion on the chasing pack. The takeover, first announced by Albion on 16 February, has taken almost a fortnight to be finalised but, having been approved by the English Football League, Patel has now officially taken charge. Patel also owns a minority shareholding in Italian Serie A club Bologna, which he has had since

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West Bromwich Albion are on the cusp of entering a new era at The Hawthorns. Whilst defeat to fellow promotion hopefuls Southampton on Friday night didn't exactly do their on-pitch matters the power of good, allowing the chasing pack to narrow the gap, there was much more cause for optimism regarding the future of the club. That's because Shilen Patel was in attendance in B71, approximately 24 hours after the club released a statement on the takeover of the club, which is set to be completed. Patel and his father, Dr Kiran. C Patel, acquired an The former England international needs no introduction when it comes to the Baggies, having made his professional breakthrough at his local club between and Palmer issued his verdict on Patel coming into the club, speaking exclusively to Football League World. He's also held a minority stake in Serie A outfit Bologna since ," Palmer added. Palmer was also quick to reference how the news will benefit the Baggies head coach, who has seen his stock rise since taking over in October , when Albion were at the foot of the Championship table. If he's backed the right way and he's enabled to bring in his players, there's no reason to assume that within the next five years, West Bromwich Albion will be back in the Premier League.

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Leanne replied: The top flight in English football has not been called the "Premiership" for a number of years now. Deals like this are rarely of the benefit of the club. Good for them, They have had to put up with another chairman who was uninterested with backing them. Coming into this season, there was an expectation that West Brom were going to improve, as they are always considered one of the strongest sides in the league, and Corberan was expected to be allowed to make personal changes. Comment posted by colonel wendell, at 28 Feb colonel wendell. Re American owners, we have that and amidst lots of credit dues atm manager, players, back room staff the owners have been financially sensible in their commitment to the club and it hasn't done us any harm! How to get into football - the most popular sport in the world, with clubs and facilities throughout the UK. September - Chinese investment group complete WBA takeover. The latest rumours and stories from around the world of football. The takeover, first announced by Albion on 16 February, has taken almost a fortnight to be finalised but, having been approved by the English Football League, Patel has now officially taken charge. Despite all the off the field turmoil created by his predecessor, Guochuan Lai, the American businessman is inheriting a football club with the infrastructure in place to be the consistent Premier League presence that he aspires for them to be.

American businessman Shilen Patel is to become West Bromwich Albion chairman after a deal to purchase an Shilen Patel said he "looks forward to the deal completing next week".

The Missouri DE said the 21 reps he did during the bench press aren't an accurate reflection of what he can do. With the final weeks of the NHL season here, every move is important. Comment posted by Gwladys24, at 28 Feb Gwladys With just 12 games to go, the Premier League is truly entering its most crucial stage of the season. Today's football gossip. A little unfair to use the Glaziers at Manchester United as the comparison. Coming into this season, there was an expectation that West Brom were going to improve, as they are always considered one of the strongest sides in the league, and Corberan was expected to be allowed to make personal changes. The video game that became a cultural phenomenon. More replies 10 down. How to get into football - the most popular sport in the world, with clubs and facilities throughout the UK. Nickp replied: Quite.