West Brom in hunt to sign Aston Villa midfielder Marvelous Nakamba as Luton Town update emerges
West Brom are keeping an eye on Aston Villa midfielder Marvelous Nakamba along with Luton Town, according to The Mirror’s Darren Witcoop.
The 29-year-old was instrumental in the Hatters’ promotion to the Premier League and is out of contract at Villa Park in the summer of 2024.
Writing on Twitter on Friday morning (16 June), Witcoop revealed that the Baggies have the Zimbabwean midfielder on their list.
“West Brom keeping an eye on the future of Aston Villa midfielder Marvelous Nakamba. The Zimbabwe midfielder was wanted by West Brom in January before joining Luton. Luton interested in re-signing Nakamba but Albion also have him on their summer list,” he wrote.
Luton boss Rob Edwards has been full of praise for the “fantastic” midfielder and has labelled him his “favourite player in world football” (Luton Today, 5 May).
Coup
It would certainly be a coup to get the Villa midfielder to drop down to the Championship once again, but, with only a year left on his deal, there’s a chance.
A move to The Hawthorns would make sense for Nakamba. He wouldn’t have to relocate and he’s comfortable in the Championship. It’s now up to the 29-year-old to decide if he wants to test himself in the Premier League.
Luton will likely be under the cosh for the majority of their fixtures next season. If he returns to the second tier, there’s a better chance of a more successful season.
However, West Brom’s financial situation could well have an impact. There’s been talk of fresh investment, but it remains extremely unclear just how Albion will navigate the market.
Last summer saw a number of free agents signed and something similar could happen this time round. Whether the Baggies have the funds to sign the Villa man is up for debate.
In other West Brom news, a bid has been submitted for a club transfer target.