Where Toby Collyer to West Brom transfer stands as advanced Man United talks ongoing

Toby Collyer is being heavily linked with a return to West Bromwich Albion from Manchester United.

The 22-year-old joined the Albion on loan last summer, but the Red Devils cut it short, and he subsequently moved to Hull City for the rest of the season.

It looks like the Baggies saw enough from the English midfielder to pursue his signing again.

Collyer looks set to leave Old Trafford, with West Brom and Hull vying for his signature.

The young midfielder has a year left on his contract at Man United.

With no real prospect of game time in Manchester, The Hawthorns could be the Englishman's next destination.

Why West Brom transfer now likely for Toby Collyer

Kareem Tunde has officially been unveiled at West Brom after completing a move from Levante.

Another deal now looks imminent at the Baggies, with Collyer potentially on his way to The Hawthorns soon.

According to Ben Jacobs on 28 August, the midfielder is close to joining the Albion and advanced talks are ongoing with Man United.

While Hull did consider a move for the young Englishman, the Black Country outfit looks like his likely destination.

The talkSPORT journalist's colleague, Alex Crook, has claimed that the Tigers are not pursuing a deal for Collyer right now, as they need to trim their squad.

Why West Brom transfer gamble seems to be paying off

Collyer could become the ninth summer signing for James Morrison at West Brom.

The Baggies recruitment strategy has been a mix of adding youth and experience to the squad.

Four of the eight signings so far at the Albion are 23 or under.

The youthful revolution at The Hawthorns seems to be paying off after an encouraging start to the season under Morrison.

Isaac Price, Harry Whitwell and Jimmy-Jay Morgan have stepped up to the plate and can possibly push the West Midlands club to Premier League promotion.