West Brom looked like a rejuvenated side under the management of Darren Moore in the final stage of the Premier League season, but it was too little too late for the Baggies as they ended the campaign bottom of the league, and will play Championship football next season.
Whoever is in charge at the Hawthorns for the start of next season will have a tough job lifting the spirits of the depleted West Brom players after a dismal season, but 44-year-old Moore helped towards an impressive 13 points from their final eight fixtures, which may give them momentum into next season.
But, with good scouting and a few quality signings, there is no reason why they cannot see themselves promoted back to England’s top flight first time of asking.
Here is three deals that could see West Brom bounce straight back to the Premier League.
The 33-year-old Scottish right back currently stars for an Aston Villa side who will be hoping to secure a spot in the Premier League via the play-offs this season, but could make the perfect choice for the newly relegated Baggies side.
Hutton made 31 appearances in all competitions this season, becoming a regular in Steve Bruce’s side.
West Bromwich Albion already have the likes of Nyom and Phillips on the right side of defence, but Hutton can bring experience and stability to a shaky Baggies defence.
While Baggies number one Ben Foster is as solid a goalkeeper you could find in the Championship, he is bound to receive offers from teams in the lower regions of the Premier League, leaving the position between the sticks up for grabs.
John Ruddy was recently promoted to England’s top flight with Wolves, but already linked with the likes of Jack Butland and other goalkeepers, it is likely he could be replaced, making him the perfect candidate for West Bromwich Albion.
It's clear that the Baggies need extra firepower going forwards and Jack Marriott would certainly be able to provide that.
He plundered over 30 goals in all competitions for Peterborough United this season just gone and is ready to make the step up.
He'd be a gamble but one certainly worth taking.