Ryan Mason’s Baggies Eye Promotion After Encouraging Championship Start

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West Bromwich Albion have enjoyed a solid start to the 2025–26 Championship campaign under new head coach Ryan Mason, who took over in the summer on a three-year deal.  The 34-year-old left his role at Tottenham Hotspur to take his first senior managerial position, tasked with improving on last season’s near-miss playoff finish.

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00:00West Bromwich Albion have enjoyed a solid start to the 2025-26 championship season

00:07and a new head coach, Ryan Mason, who took over in the summer on a three-year deal.

00:13He's 34-year-old left his role at Tottenham Hotspur to take his first senior managerial position,

00:19tasked with improving on last season's near-miss playoff finish.

00:24So far, Albion sits seventh in the league with 14 points from nine games,

00:28recording four wins, two draws and three losses.

00:31Their goal difference stands at minus one, highlighting a team capable of competing at a high level but still finding consistency.

00:39Home performances have been averaged, while their away form has been stronger,

00:44with three wins from five matches on the road, suggesting that Mason's side can handle pressure in hostile environments.

00:53Looking ahead to the January window, West Brom are expected to be active in bolstering the squad.

00:58Midfielder Alex Mowat remains a key figure, bringing experience and consistency from over 100 appearances since joining in 2021.

01:08The club is also linked with Dele Alli, the ex-Tottenham midfielder and free agent,

01:12which could provide creativity and leadership in midfield.

01:17Winger Josh Murphy, though recently re-signed by Portsmouth, remains on West Brom's radar,

01:22while young playmaker Isaac Price continues to attract attention from Premier League outfits,

01:28with Mason keen to retain his services.

01:32Up front, Onhegbo is still adjusting after his move from Bran,

01:37and patience will be key as he adapts to English football.

01:40The squad also has potential lone targets, such as George Earthy from West Ham,

01:45who could add depth on the left wing.

01:49If West Brom can strengthen key areas during the January window,

01:53while maintaining their positive form,

01:56the top six finish and a genuine push for promotion could be achievable.

02:00With Mason's tactical vision taking shape and strategic reinforcements likely,

02:06the baggies will hope to turn their championship potential into a successful campaign

02:10and finally return to the Premier League.

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