West Bromwich Albion can breathe a sigh of relief after a straightforward final day in the Championship, securing a convincing 3-0 victory over Preston North End to cement their playoff position, which had appeared uncertain.
Under Carlos Corberan’s leadership, they now prepare for the playoffs, facing Russell Martin’s Southampton after climbing to fifth place with their win over Preston, avoiding a clash with a struggling Leeds United in the semi-finals.
The Baggies pin their hopes on Alex Mowatt, a former Leeds United player, to shine in the upcoming playoffs and are eager to secure his contract renewal promptly to avoid losing a vital player for free in the summer.
Mowatt, who has made 82 appearances for West Brom over three seasons, has experienced a redemption arc this season after a lackluster loan spell at Middlesbrough last year. Despite his struggles, he stood out in the recent match against Preston, contributing a confident penalty goal and three key passes.
West Brom highest value assets – 2023/24
1. Jed Wallace = £3.5m
2. Okay Yokuslu = £3.1m
3. Darnell Furlong = £3.09m
4. Conor Townsend = £3m
5. Brandon Thomas-Asante = £2.9m
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His creativity from midfield could be crucial for West Brom against Southampton, potentially paving the way for a return to the Premier League. However, there is concern that Mowatt might leave on a free transfer in the summer, despite being valued higher than loanee Mikey Johnston.
Mowatt’s market value of £1.5 million surpasses Johnston’s £1.4 million, highlighting his importance to West Brom’s squad. Losing him for nothing would be a significant setback, considering his role as a linchpin in Corberan’s midfield setup.
Although Mowatt may not rank among West Brom’s top five valuable assets, his departure would still be keenly felt by the team. Recognized as an “outstanding” talent by former Leeds manager Neil Redfearn, Mowatt has demonstrated his Championship prowess this season and is likely to attract suitors if he becomes available.
Securing Mowatt’s contract extension is therefore crucial for West Brom as they aim to strengthen their squad for the upcoming campaign.
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