West Bromwich Albion has slipped just out of the playoff positions in the Championship after yet another draw in the league, this time against Preston North End. This was the Baggies’ tenth draw of the season so far, highlighting their struggles to secure victories. The disappointing result dropped them to seventh place in the table, leaving manager Carlos Corberan longing for a response from his players.
Their lackluster performance against Preston saw key players like Alex Mowatt and Josh Maja fail to make an impact. Mowatt’s passing was accurate but lacked attacking intent, while Maja was unable to convert any shots on goal. Despite having Kyle Bartley back in defense, West Brom couldn’t prevent Emil Riis Jacobson from equalizing for Preston.
The situation is particularly concerning for Jed Wallace, who has found himself marginalized in the squad this season. With limited game time and a hefty salary, Wallace’s future at West Brom is uncertain. The club’s high earners, like Daryl Dike, who has been sidelined with injury, add to the financial strain.
As Corberan looks to revitalize his team for the upcoming fixtures, the decision to potentially offload Wallace could be on the cards. The player, once hailed as a “massive asset” by former manager Steve Bruce, now faces an uncertain future as the Baggies aim to bounce back and remain competitive in the Championship race.
