Sporting & Technical Director Dan Ashworth has revealed Albion will maintain their January policy of short term deals if Roberto Di Matteo opts to strengthen his squad when the transfer window opens next month.
In recent seasons, regardless of Albion’s division or league position, chairman Jeremy Peace has insisted Albion complete any permanent deals during the summer window preferring to source only short-term or option-to-buy deals.
With Abdoulaye Meite expected to miss up to six games due to his African Nations commitments and Ishmael Miller’s knee injury it’s believed Di Matteo had hoped to bring in an another defender or forward however any prospective deals could only be temporary as Peace again looks to protect the long-term future of the club.
“We will be as prepared as we possibly can for January," said Ashworth.
"Robbie has already identified one or two areas he may like to strengthen and we are working on identifying and pursuing targets.
"However, it is very much a work in progress because the landscape could change between now and January due to loss of form or fresh injuries.
"The team is handily placed after 18 games and we want to give ourselves the best possible chance of an immediate return to the Premier League whilst living within our means."