West Brom “no choice” claim made amid Kyle Bartley, Cedric Kipre dilemma

West Bromwich Albion still find themselves in limbo regarding two of their key central defenders from the previous campaign, with Kyle Bartley and Cedric Kipre still yet to commit their futures to the club.

The pair are both set to become free agents when their current deals come to an end on Sunday, although the Baggies have tabled extended deals to both defenders after their impressive 23/24 campaigns.

Former Wigan Athletic man Kipre is said to be a target for Turkish Super Big sid Trabzonspor during the summer transfer window, according to reports from Turkish outlet Sabah.

If the centre-backs are to depart the Hawthorns this season, replacements will be needed urgently, although Albion may already have a decent reserve on their books already after coming up through the ranks

West Bromwich Albion set to make IF Brommapojkarna defender Torbjorn Heggem first signing of the summer
One slight relief for Baggies fans will be the fact that the club haven’t rested on their laurels regarding the Kipre and Bartley situation, with the club set to make their first signing of the summer in the coming days.

Recent reports have stated that IF Brommapojkarna defender Torbjorn Heggem has undergone a medical at the club, ahead of a summer move to the Black Country to link up with Carlos Corberan’s [pictured] side.

The 25-year-old has been a regular feature in the Allsvenskan for the Swedish side in the past two seasons, having made 40 appearances during his time with the club.

The addition of the Norwegian would be welcomed by the Baggies ahead of the upcoming campaign, but with two defenders potentially out the door, the question will still remain over whether Taylor can fit the bill for the campaign ahead.

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