West Bromwich Albion chairman Jeremy Peace is leading the search for a new technical director, in a bid to improve the club’s record in the transfer market.

Peace wants to strengthen Albion’s infrastructure with a senior figure to work alongside head coach Tony Pulis, with the aim of making an appointment before the end of the season.

Albion have struggled since the departure of Dan Ashworth to the Football Association in 2013 and Peace is keen to improve their recruitment and scouting network after a number of disappointing signings.