Nolan Galves has answered West Brom problem after scenes vs Rotherham
Nolan Galves may have already proved himself as the solution to West Brom's right-back issues.
The Frenchman was signed in July, after the Baggies missed out on Danny Imray.
The Hawthorns support had wanted the Crystal Palace man to return permanently after his loan spell last season, however, he ended up going to Wrexham.
That left Albion with a problem but 23-year-old showed that he is good enough to start in the position on his first competitive start.
The B71 side beat League Two Rotherham United 4-1 in the Carabao Cup first round on Saturday.
Galves started and surely left a great impression on James Morrison after his performance in the contest.
How did Nolan Galves perform in West Brom's win over Rotherham?
Galves put in a solid display at both ends in his first senior appearances for Albion.
Per Fotmob data, he took 77 touches in the clash, with three coming in the opposition box.
He completed 89 per cent of his passes, made four passes into the final third, creating two chances for his teammates as the Baggies ran riot.
Defensively, he had four contributions, with one tackle and three interceptions and four recoveries in the contest.
The only blotch on the record was winning just one of six ground duels, for a 17 per cent success rate.
He impressed in the air, though, winning three of six duels for a 50 per cent success rate.
He could pave the way for an exit in the coming weeks after his display.
What exit could Galves performance help accelerate?
Alfie Gilchrist could move away to Leyton Orient on loan, which would leave the Throstles short in the position.
Galves signature and his prominence in his debut suggest that Morrison can afford to let the former Chelsea man depart.
George Campbell can play on the flank if needed, and Alex Williams is coming through from the academy.
Therefore, it makes perfect sense for Gilchrist to depart, as he does not want to be second fiddle, and he likely will be given how Galves has started.
His addition was a gamble but he proved that he can make an impact going forward in English football and also put in a respectable showing in defence.