‘Versatile king’ starts as Tony Mowbray axes £15m forward - West Brom predicted XI vs Norwich City

West Brom return from the international break with a trip to play-off outsiders Norwich City in the Championship on Saturday afternoon.

The Baggies head to Carrow Road with a mission to extend their unbeaten streak to seven matches in search of points to boost their top-six hopes.

Tony Mowbray’s side failed to win either of their two outings before the interval - drawing 1-1 with both Burnley and Watford - but have the opportunity to respond this weekend.

Norwich know they must win to stand any chance of catching up to the play-off positions as the Canaries are currently eight points adrift, and West Brom are the side currently occupying sixth.

The reverse result would be great news for Albion as they wouldn’t only be killing the chances of one contender, but they’d also bolstering their own.

In search of those precious three points, Mowbray could make a couple of changes. Darnell Furlong remains suspended, so an ability right-back is likely to be selected again. Meanwhile, in midfield and attack there are several uncertain spots up for grabs.

West Brom predicted lineup vs Norwich

Without further ado, here’s the XI we reckon Mowbray will name at Carrow Road.

GK - Joe Wildsmith: Despite making a mistake against Burnley, Wildsmith kept his place in the XI against Hull and will likely continue his run of starts, as harsh as it may be on Josh Griffiths.

RB - Isaac Price: Proving himself as Albion’s versatile king in the absence of the suspended Darnell Furlong, Price has been a revelation as a right wing-back. He’ll be eager to score once again.

CB - Mason Holgate: The Everton loanee has stepped into a right centre-back role recently and down well, no matter the formation.

CB: Kyle Bartley: Vital for his experience and aerial dominance in the heart of defence, Bartley is one of Mowbray’s personal favourites. He’s bound to start.

LB - Torbjorn Heggem: Nobody has made more tackles for West Brom this term than Heggem. The Norwegian will probably occupy the left-back spot with Callum Styles doubtful.

RM - Tom Fellows: Albion’s star academy product was gutted to miss out on an England Under-21 call-up but can use that as extra motivation to see out the season in style.

CM - Alex Mowatt: A starter in 10 of Mowbray’s 11 games to date, Mowatt looks set to continue his run in the heart of the team.

CM - John Swift: Just about holding onto his place in the team, Swift has plenty of competition but has done enough lately to warrant an inclusion. He’s great from set pieces.

LM - Mikey Johnston: Albeit hot and cold since signing permanently from Celtic, Johnston is superb on his day. Those days just need to come around more often.

ST - Will Lankshear: The Spurs loanee could come in as £15m striker Karlan Grant hasn’t been firing recently. Meanwhile, it won’t be long until Daryl Dike gets an opportunity now he’s getting back up to sharpness.

ST - Adam Armstrong: The Baggies’ deadline day signing from Southampton has scored just two goals in eight games, but if he can find form he will be pivotal in the race for a top-six finish.

In other news, Mowbray has unfortunately confirmed a nightmare injury situation.