Reports suggest that West Bromwich Albion are preparing a bid of £500,000 to acquire Preston North End’s striker, Will Keane. Football Insider’s Pete O’Rourke has revealed the Baggies’ interest in the former Wigan Athletic player.
Keane, who joined PNE from Wigan last summer, has been a prolific goal scorer with 51 goals in the last three seasons. With Albion looking to reinforce their attacking options following Brandon Thomas-Asante’s departure, Keane could be a valuable addition to their squad.
Although West Brom already have several forwards competing for a spot, Keane’s experience and goal-scoring ability in the Championship make him an attractive prospect. The 31-year-old’s contract is set to expire soon, making him an affordable option for both clubs.
While Preston may be reluctant to sell their top scorer, the offer from West Brom could be tempting. Keane’s importance to PNE is evident, as he has been their only goal scorer this season. Despite his age, Keane’s contributions on the field are significant and losing him could leave a void in their attacking lineup.
If Keane decides to join West Brom, it could create a challenging situation for manager Carlos Corberan, who would have multiple strikers competing for a starting position. Maja’s current form makes him the frontrunner, but once Dike returns from injury, competition for the starting spot will increase.
Ultimately, Keane will have to weigh his options and decide between staying at Preston, where he is a key player, or moving to West Brom where he may have to settle for a rotational role. The decision will likely impact both clubs’ performances in the upcoming season.
