West Bromwich Albion is aiming to maintain their upward trajectory in the Championship standings as they strive for promotion back to the Premier League. Since Carlos Corberan’s arrival in October 2022, the Baggies have shown consistent improvement, going from bottom of the second tier to near the top six in his first term as manager.
Despite facing financial constraints, Albion is pushing towards the upper echelons of the division this season and appears increasingly likely to contend for a return to the Premier League after narrowly missing out in previous attempts. Before Shilen Patel’s acquisition of West Brom, the club had only added six players across two transfer windows this year, meaning Corberan has largely worked with the squad he inherited from the previous season.
| West Brom – 2023/24 Signings | ||
|---|---|---|
| Player Name | Signed From | Loan/Permanent |
| Josh Maja | Bordeaux | Permanent |
| Jeremy Sarmiento | Brighton | Loan |
| Pipa | Ludogorets | Loan |
| Andi Weimann | Bristol City | Loan |
| Callum Marshall | West Ham | Loan |
| Mikey Johnston | Celtic | Loan |
But now, with some investment likely to come in from the Florida-based entrepreneur, Albion fans can be hopeful that the club can attract some highly-rated talent to B71.
With this in mind, Football League World lists five players from the Premier League that West Brom should consider signing for next season.
Issa Kabore
Beginning the defensive lineup is full-back Kabore, who has earned his debut in the Premier League with newcomers Luton Town on loan from Manchester City.
The Burkina Faso international has played a significant role in the top flight as Luton Town aims to retain their Premier League status. If Kabore cannot secure a permanent move away, he is likely to leave Manchester City on loan again.
Regardless of whether West Bromwich Albion remains in the same division for the next campaign, they will need additional competition at right-back after Pipa returns to Ludogorets. Kabore would bring an attacking flair to the right-hand side, complementing Darnell Furlong throughout the season.
Willy Kambwala
Completing the defensive lineup is Manchester United’s Kambwala, who has transitioned to first-team action at Old Trafford following a three-year stint in the Red Devils’ youth academy.
The talented 19-year-old made his Premier League debut in December 2023 against West Ham under Erik ten Hag and has since gained more minutes in the top flight as he continues to develop his skills.
There is potential for Albion to pursue a loan deal for Kambwala, especially as he is currently lower in the pecking order at Manchester United. Such a move would be advantageous, particularly if West Brom remains in the Championship next season. Kambwala, a French youth international, would benefit from valuable playing time in a competitive division and could further develop a winning mindset under Corberan, especially as the club aims for promotion.
With contracts set to expire for Cedric Kipre, Erik Pieters, and Martin Kelly this summer, West Bromwich Albion will also require additional options in central defense.
Han-Noah Massengo
Massengo, a highly regarded young midfielder, has had limited opportunities in the Premier League since his transfer to Burnley from Bristol City last summer.
The 22-year-old initially joined Bristol City at 18 and accumulated 99 appearances at Ashton Gate before moving to Turf Moor. Despite his potential, Massengo has seen limited playing time under Vincent Kompany at Burnley.
A loan deal to West Bromwich Albion could be beneficial for both parties. The Baggies have several midfielders nearing the end of their contracts, including Alex Mowatt, Nathaniel Chalobah, and Yann M’Vila, who may depart if new agreements are not reached. Massengo’s experience in the division from a young age and his stint at a Premier League club demonstrate his quality and potential for success at the highest level.
A move to B71 could provide Massengo with the opportunity to reignite his career and contribute significantly to West Brom’s midfield.
Cesare Casadei
Next on the list is midfielder Casadei, who is currently part of Chelsea’s squad. The Italian had a short spell in the first half of this season with Leicester City, where he made 22 appearances in the second tier and scored two goals.
Despite his time at Leicester, the 21-year-old has struggled to secure a regular starting position since returning to Stamford Bridge during the January transfer window. Chelsea may opt to loan him out again in the summer.
Given West Brom’s potential midfield gaps, Casadei could serve as an alternative to Massengo, bringing valuable Championship experience to the squad.
Divin Mubama
West Ham’s academy product Mubama has faced challenges in earning regular first-team opportunities at the London Stadium, having only featured three times in the Premier League last season under David Moyes.
With current loanees Andi Weimann and Callum Marshall expected to return to Bristol City and West Ham, respectively, there will be openings in the squad to fill the void left by the absence of American international Daryl Dike for the remainder of 2024.
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Mubama demonstrated his prowess while playing for West Ham’s Premier League 2 team in the 2022/23 season, scoring an impressive 13 goals in 20 youth matches. This highlighted his consistent ability to find the back of the net.
The 19-year-old’s chances of securing regular first-team opportunities and building the necessary confidence to become a key player in Corberan’s frontline will largely depend on whether West Brom secures promotion to the Premier League or not.
Mubama is eager to make an impact during his first loan spell and would bring a fearless attacking mentality to West Brom’s lineup, which could prove valuable at crucial moments throughout the season.
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