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‘Point to prove’ – West Brom can be confident about attacker’s return

Influential attacker Mikey Johnston’s absence is a real blow for Albion this season and boss James Morrison knows the Irishman is being missed.

Published: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 5:58 AM
‘Point to prove’ – West Brom can be confident about attacker’s return
Key Things to Know
  • West Brom attacker Mikey Johnston remains sidelined following an ankle injury setback.
  • Manager James Morrison believes Johnston will return to action with a point to prove.
  • Johnston originally broke his ankle in February during Morrison's first game in caretaker charge.
The Story in 60 Seconds

West Bromwich Albion manager James Morrison stated that injured attacker Mikey Johnston will return with a point to prove once available. The 27-year-old winger broke his ankle in February and suffered a subsequent setback after making a brief substitute appearance against Rotherham in the EFL Cup.

Morrison highlighted that Johnston's absence was felt during recent 1-1 home draws against Charlton and QPR. The manager also revealed plans to potentially deploy the former Celtic player in a central support striker role once he recovers.

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