West Bromwich Albion are preparing for their return to the Sky Bet Championship this summer, after a disappointing year in the Premier League.

The Baggies were left bottom of the Premier League table for most of the campaign, and despite a late rally under Darren Moore towards the end of the season, Championship football will return to the Hawthorns.

Moore’s impressive spell in charge of West Brom towards the end of the season has opened the door for him to take charge permanently in the Championship, with the popular choice now preparing his side for a second-tier return.

The transfer window is going to be key for West Brom, as Moore looks to make alterations to his squad to get the Baggies in the best possible shape for a return to the Championship.

Here at FLW, we identify FIVE midfielders that need to be on West Brom’s radar ahead of the summer…

Lansbury’s role at Aston Villa has been very limited over the last 18 months, with Steve Bruce’s faith in others.

Regardless of that, the midfielder still has obvious quality at Championship level and could be a shrewd addition at the Hawthorns.

Colback has a wealth of experience, and a loan spell with Nottingham Forest last season showed he has enough quality to make a difference in the Championship.

West Brom could afford the midfielder, who could bring a lot to the table for Moore’s side.

Colback’s arrival pushed Bridcutt down the pecking order in Nottingham last season.

However, Bridcutt has plenty of quality and could be another strong addition to Moore’s squad.

The midfielder would bring leadership qualities that have been missing at the Hawthorns.

McNair was part of Sunderland’s struggling squad last season, but in the final months of the season, he was a real shining light.

Amongst better players, in a more settled squad, McNair could be a big player.

Freeman impressed at QPR last season in the Championship, proving to be a real creative spark.

The midfielder could well attract interest in the summer and should be someone on Moore’s radar.