Claudio Ranieri snubs West Bromwich Albion for Monaco

Former Chelsea boss Claudio Ranieri has been appointed as the new manager of Monaco, despite holding talks with West Bromwich Albion.

The 60-year-old was thought to be a prime target for the Baggies, who are in the hunt for a new coach following the departure of Roy Hodgson to the England national side.

The Italian, who was sacked from Inter Milan midway through the season due to a poor Serie A campaign, has put pen to paper on a two-year deal with the French club.

Ranieri will try to launch the Ligue 2 side back up to the top flight next season after the club failed to reach the elite of French football during this year's campaign.