In a surprising twist, Adam Armstrong, the Southampton striker, could be set to join Leeds United’s rivals West Brom despite the transfer window slamming shut.
As the deadline day drama unfolds, it appears the saga surrounding Leeds‘ pursuit of Armstrong is far from over.
Despite Leeds‘ lack of incomings during the window, the club’s fans were hopeful that Armstrong could be the missing piece to their puzzle. However, it now seems that West Brom have emerged as the surprise contenders for the striker’s signature.
Journalist John Percy has revealed that the Baggies are “hopeful of completing a late – very late – loan deal” for Armstrong, which would be a significant coup for the club and a blow to Leeds‘ ambitions.
Adam Armstrong Poised for Late Move to West Brom
Despite the transfer window closing, deals can still be completed in extraordinary circumstances. And it appears that Armstrong’s future may take an unexpected turn, with West Brom now in the driving seat.
The striker had previously been linked with Sunderland and Leeds, but those potential moves have now seemingly fallen through. However, the Baggies have been waiting in the shadows and are now hoping to secure a “very late” loan deal for the Southampton forward.
This late development will undoubtedly leave Leeds fans baffled, as they had been anticipating Armstrong’s arrival at Elland Road. However, the Baggies have pounced at the eleventh hour, potentially snatching the player away from the Whites’ grasp.
The Extraordinary Deadline Day Saga Surrounding Leeds’ Target Armstrong
The potential move of Adam Armstrong to West Brom is undoubtedly an extraordinary twist in the transfer saga. Prior to this development, Leeds fans would not have even entertained the idea of the striker joining their rivals.
Middlesbrough, Sunderland, and Leeds have all previously vied for Armstrong’s signature, only to be left disappointed. Now, the Baggies have emerged as the surprise contenders, potentially snatching the player away from under the noses of the Whites.
This late pursuit by Tony Mowbray’s side has left many clubs, including Leeds, in a state of perplexity. Southampton fans, who had been hoping for Armstrong’s departure, may now get their wish as the striker looks set to join West Brom in a dramatic deadline day twist.
