West Brom explores options after Alex Mowatt's transfer to Derby
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 1:42 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
West Bromwich Albion is assessing potential replacements following the departure of captain Alex Mowatt to Derby County on August 14. Mowatt, who was instrumental in midfield, has left a leadership void after a recent 4-1 win in the Carabao Cup. The club has several options, including Jayson Molumby and Callum Styles, while recent academy product Harry Whitwell may also step up. The move, reportedly worth around £650,000, comes as Albion prepares for their league season opener against Norwich this Saturday.
- •Alex Mowatt transfers to Derby County.
- •West Brom seeks replacements for Mowatt.
- •Club opens the league season against Norwich.
- •Mowatt's transfer valued at around £650,000.
- •Jayson Molumby and Callum Styles are considered options.
- 1:42 PMYahoo Sports — How do Albion fill gap left by Mowatt's departure?
"BBC Radio WM's Steve Hermon looks at Alex Mowatt's move to Derby County and assesses the deal and how West Bromwich Albion might replace him.
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