Leyton Orient signs Alfie Gilchrist on loan from West Brom
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 11:10 AM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Leyton Orient has acquired defender Alfie Gilchrist from West Bromwich Albion on a season-long loan. The 22-year-old, who made 13 league appearances for the Baggies last season, aims to further his development with Orient. Gilchrist previously came through Chelsea's academy and had a loan stint at Sheffield United. He is enthusiastic about joining the club and is expected to debut against Sheffield Wednesday on Saturday.
- •Alfie Gilchrist joins Leyton Orient on a season-long loan.
- •Gilchrist made 13 appearances for West Brom last season.
- •He previously played for Chelsea's academy and Sheffield United.
- •Gilchrist could debut against Sheffield Wednesday on Saturday.
- •Richie Wellens is the manager of Leyton Orient.
- 11:10 AMYahoo Sports — Orient sign West Brom defender Gilchrist on loan
"Leyton Orient have signed West Bromwich Albion defender Alfie Gilchrist on a season-long loan.
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