West Bromwich Albion interim head coach James Morrison says all the coaching staff at the club feel some responsibility for Ryan Mason’s sacking.
The former Baggies midfielder has been put back in temporary charge following Mason’s dismissal three days ago – a role he filled at the end of last season when Tony Mowbray was sacked.
Former Tottenham coach Mason, 34, won only nine of his 27 games in charge and lost his job after a 10th away defeat in a row at Leicester City left the club seven points clear of the Championship relegation zone.
“Obviously my emotions are for Ryan – we had a connection and worked together for a period of time and I thought he was a top man and top coach so, on that front, I’m disappointed,” Morrison, 39, told BBC Radio WM.
“But I understand football is a results business and I look forward to representing the football club as best as I can.”
Asked whether the rest of the staff feel conflicted over Mason’s exit given their role in his set-up, Morrison said: “Yes, 100%.”
He added: “I’ve been connected to this club for a long time and want the best for it.
“We’re always working every day to reach that goal and when it doesn’t happen you take it [a sacking] with you.
“You need a bit of luck. Sometimes you get it, sometimes you don’t.”