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James Morrison faces headache as £4.6m West Brom man produces perfect response to starting XI drop

Aune Heggebo has not started the last three games for West Brom, but he has been vital in securing points.

By James Ray · The 72

Published: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 2:06 PM

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James Morrison faces a selection headache after Aune Heggebo delivered three goal contributions in three games from the bench.
Heggebo scored the equalizing goal as a second-half substitute in West Brom's 1-1 draw against Preston North End.
The £4.6m striker also scored against Wrexham and assisted against Blackburn Rovers in recent comeback victories.

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West Bromwich Albion manager James Morrison faces a selection dilemma after striker Aune Heggebo produced three goal contributions in three consecutive substitute appearances. The £4.6m forward came off the bench to score an equalizer in West Brom's recent 1-1 draw at Preston North End, following vital impacts against Wrexham and Blackburn Rovers.

The72's James Ray argues that Heggebo's resurgence presents a welcome attacking headache alongside Barney Stewart and Jimmy-Jay Morgan. West Brom currently sit fifth in the Championship with 21 points from 12 games ahead of an upcoming league fixture against West Ham.

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James Morrison faces headache as £4.6m West Brom man produces perfect response to starting XI drop

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