UPDATE: In a significant boost for West Brom, head coach Ryan Mason announced that midfielder Jayson Molumby is in contention to play against Oxford following his return to training after an injury setback. This development comes just days after Molumby received a call-up to the Republic of Ireland squad, despite having played less than half an hour of club football in recent weeks.
Mason confirmed during a press conference held earlier today that Molumby successfully completed a light training session and could feature in tomorrow’s match against Oxford, a game crucial for the team’s recovery from a string of poor performances. “If he comes through training today unscathed, he will be available for selection,” Mason stated.
The 26-year-old Molumby faced a muscle issue that limited his playtime, initially sustained during World Cup qualifying matches. He aggravated this injury while substituting for the injured Toby Collyer in the home victory against Preston last month. Now, he returns to duty with Ireland next month for two critical qualifiers, although he will miss the first match against Portugal due to suspension.
Mason addressed concerns regarding Molumby’s international call-up, saying, “No, it’s international football. I understand the pull of playing for your country. I’m a passionate Englishman. When I was called up to English squads it was the best thing in the world.” He expressed hope that by the time Molumby plays in the second qualifier, he will have regained sufficient fitness and confidence in his leg.
In addition to Molumby, Mason reported that fellow midfielder Toby Collyer, who has been sidelined with hamstring issues, has also resumed limited training. “Toby has had one session with the team. The extent of the training sessions we’ve had haven’t been too tough just because of the fact we played Tuesday night,” Mason noted, indicating the team’s cautious approach to conditioning.
Fans are eager to see how these developments will impact West Brom’s performance as they prepare for the pivotal clash against Oxford. With Jed Wallace (calf) and George Campbell (groin) still unavailable, the pressure mounts on Mason to field a competitive squad that can turn around their current form.
As the match approaches, supporters will be watching closely to see if Molumby can make a substantial impact on the pitch and help lift West Brom from their recent struggles. The team faces Oxford tomorrow, and all eyes will be on the latest updates from the training ground this afternoon.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
