West Brom ‘handed huge boost’ ahead of Stoke City clash after official news.

West Brom will be hoping to return to winning ways when they host Stoke City at The Hawthorns on Saturday.

Recent history suggests that Baggies fans will be treated to an incredible thriller on January 18th, with two or more goals scored in each of the previous seven encounters between the two sides. While Chris Brunt’s temporary reign has prompted some supporters to call for his permanent appointment, defeats to Derby County and Bournemouth have been disheartening as their manager search continues. With the Potters coming up next, Albion will be looking to correct their mistakes from the Cherries’ 5-1 hammering, and they have just received a significant boost. Stoke City stated on January 15 that Leicester City will recall Tom Cannon from his loan stay at the bet365 Stadium with immediate effect.

West Brom boost emerges ahead of Stoke City clash

Cannon is one of the most in-form strikers in the Championship, boasting nine goals in 22 appearances so far this season, and without him, Stoke have limited options through the middle.
Both Sam Gallagher and Million Manhoef have been sidelined in recent weeks, which should damage their attacking lineup before travelling to The Hawthorns this weekend.
Of course, results have been far from perfect for the Baggies recently. Form has seen them slip to sixth in the Championship table, just one point inside the play-off spots.

If Albion are to have a chance of obtaining a Championship play-off berth and gaining promotion to the Premier League, they must improve their form significantly. Leicester City has recalled Tom Cannon after his loan spell with Stoke City. With Cannon no longer a Stoke player, West Brom have a fantastic opportunity to begin that run on Saturday, but Josh Maja’s latest injury setback dashes their aspirations. Brunt will need Devante Cole, Karlan Grant, Mikey Johnston, and Tom Fellows to step up big in the striker’s absence.

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