Nestled in the heart of England, the West Brom Academy stands as a beacon of footballing excellence with a rich history dating back to its establishment.
Founded in the late 19th century, the academy has played a pivotal role in shaping the future of English football and The Baggies’ first-team squad we know and love to this day.
West Brom Academy History
The roots of West Brom’s youth development system trace back to the club’s commitment to nurturing local talent and instilling a strong footballing ethos. Over the years, the academy has evolved, adapting to changing times while maintaining its core principles of skill development, discipline, and a deep love for the game.
One of the standout eras for the academy had to be in the late 20th century when it produced some of the finest talents in English football. This consisted of club legends, including one of the greatest players of all-time Bryan Robson.
In more recent years, the academy has continued to flourish. Players like Saido Berahino and Jonathan Leko have both shone through and gone on to have great careers in the game. Berahino even got a call-up to the England national team – further cementing the potential of the Albion youth squads.
The Baggies continue to produce top talent to this day, hoping to find the club’s next big star to break through.
As the academy continues to evolve, its storied history remains a testament to the club’s dedication to nurturing footballing talent. You can check out some of the stars for the future below.
West Brom U21s Squad
Here are the West Brom players that currently make up the U21s setup in the Premier League 2.
West Brom U21s Goalkeepers
- Bradley Foster (On loan to Rushall Olympic)
- Ronnie Hollingshead
West Brom U21s Defenders
- Narel Phillips
- Aaron Harper-Bailey
- Alex Williams
- Reece Hall
- Josh Shaw
West Brom U21s Midfielders
- Rayhaan Rahim Amari Tulloch (On loan to Bradford City)
- Fenton Heard
- Kevin Mfuamba
- Matthew Richards
- Harry Whitwell
- Akeel Higgins
West Brom U21s Attackers
- Ruben Shakpoke
- Layton Love (On loan at Brackley Town)
- Reyes Cleary
West Brom U18s Squad
Here are the West Brom players that currently make up the U18s setup.
West Brom U18s Goalkeepers
- Louis Brady
- Ben Cisse
West Brom U18s Defenders
- Jamal Mohammed
- Jenson Sumnall
- Evan Humphries
- Rhys Morrish
- Deago Nelson
- Corey Sears
West Brom U18s Midfielders
- Archie Kirton
- Fran Cherchi
- Ollie Bostock
- Cole Deeming
- Sam Beedie
- Souleyman Mandey
West Brom U18s Attackers
- Dan Chimeziri
- Cheick Kone
- Divine Onyemachi
- Adriel Walker
- Eseosa Sule