West Bromwich Albion have signed striker Adam Armstrong on loan from Southampton following EFL approval – with confirmation coming more than 12 hours after Monday’s transfer deadline.
Armstrong was subject to late interest from a host of Championship clubs on deadline day, following reports he was to be made available by Southampton after falling out of favour under new manager Ivan Juric. Sheffield United’s automatic promotion rivals Leeds United were named as a possible destination for the 27-year-old, while Middlesbrough – who Sheffield Wednesday hope to battle for a play-off spot – were also linked.
Local media from both ends quickly ruled out a last-ditch move and so as the clock ticked towards Monday’s 11pm deadline, Armstrong looked set to remain at St Mary’s. But the Telegraph’s John Percy reported late on Monday night that West Brom were hopeful of completing a last-gasp move, with the Southampton Daily Echo claiming a deal had been agreed before time was up.
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