Former Real Betis coach David Gomez has been added to the backroom staff at West Bromwich Albion.

Gomez, who assisted head coach Pepe Mel in Spain before they were sacked in December, will work together with Keith Downing, who will remain at The Hawthorns.

Mel told reporters: "David was a colleague in Spain and I think it's good for the club, the players and for me that it's been possible for him to join us.

"Keith Downing remains my number two. I am very, very happy with Keith. He's a very good assistant and a very good person.

"Every day that I've been here, Keith has helped me get to know West Brom and the Premier League better."

Mel has drawn two and lost one of his first three games in charge in England.