Steve Clarke believes West Bromwich Albion's winter of discontent has made him a better manager.

The Baggies head coach had to contend with a sharp downturn in results following the New Year, as well as the storms surrounding Peter Odemwingie and Goran Popov.

There was also a conflict between Jonas Olsson and Albion supporters during the home defeat against Tottenham 15 days ago - a matter that brought a third apology from a player to the Hawthorns masses in quick succession.
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