Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is ready to open talks with West Brom about becoming their new boss - after snubbing a rival job.
The former Manchester United striker is expected to discuss the Baggies vacancy today as Norwegian side Molde clear his exit.
And Solskjaer is swaying towards a Premier League return after saying ‘no’ the post at Legia Warsaw in Poland.
Legia approached Solskjaer but he turned them down, paving the way for his pal Henning Berg to get the call.
Now Solskjaer is poised to sort out a deal with Albion who are looking for a young coach to replace Steve Clarke.
Solskjaer, who led Molde to the Norwegian Cup for the third time in their history this year, would fit comfortably into West Brom’s management style and is unlikely to rock the boat for a big transfer fund.
The Norwegian has been linked with jobs in the past year but has not found the right club. He has property in England and knows the domestic scene.
Molde chief executive Tarje Nordstrand Jacobsen admitted earlier this week he had received a number of enquiries about Solskjaer.
He said: “I can confirm that we have received formal requests, but will not say when they arrived or where they came from.
“Ole has a name that will always make him attractive. And he has a standing in England that makes him often a candidate there.”
Asked if he was prepared for Solskjaer to leave Molde soon, Nordstrand Jacobsen said: “Yes. We are aware that is a possible scenario.
“Ole has won three titles (including a cup) in three years with Molde.
“It is obvious that this can be good timing for him if he wants to further his career.”
Numerous names have been linked with the vacant Baggies job including the freshly sacked Spurs boss Andre Villas-Boas.
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