New West Bromwich Albion boss Sam Allardyce says he is 'hungrier than ever' to succeed in management.
Allardyce replaced Slaven BIlic at the Hawthorns this week, his first job since leaving Everton in 2018.
"I'm hungrier than ever and I've never had such a long break," said Allardyce.
"I've never been so refreshed and eager. I missed it so much. This break went on so long I had lots of pent-up energy, and I need to expend it.
"Sometimes I go into a club and think 'have I done the right thing', but it's all about striving for success. It's that thrill of trying to get a team out on to the pitch and win."
"Most managers come in when the team is struggling.
"You are only as good as your last season. I can accept the sack if I deserve it and I am bitter when I don't. Nearly all the time I have had it, I didn't deserve it.
"I must relish it otherwise there is no point coming back to do it."