Toby Collyer Joins West Bromwich Albion On Loan From Manchester United

Young midfielder Toby Collyer has left Manchester United to join West Bromwich Albion on loan for the entire 2025/26 season. The deal does not include a buy option, since Manchester United are planning to keep him as a key figure for the future, as confirmed in a recent report.

WHAT HAPPENED?

The 21-year-old Collyer will spend this season in the Championship, after completing a season-long loan move to West Bromwich Albion. This marks Collyer’s first loan spell since joining United from Brighton’s academy in 2022. Last season, he made 13 appearances for United’s first team, even making his Premier League debut against Liverpool in September. Collyer was involved throughout pre-season and played against Leeds, West Ham, and Bournemouth. The club made it clear that there is no purchase option in his loan agreement, and they are closely watching his development as part of their long-term plans according to reports.

WHY THE LOAN MAKES SENSE

Manchester United see Collyer as an important prospect. By sending him to West Bromwich, he will get more regular football and face the rigors of a tough Championship campaign. Last year, United finished fifteenth in the Premier League and missed qualifying for European football, which limited chances for players like Collyer. A season at West Bromwich could help him adapt to senior football and prove he is ready for a bigger role at United. West Bromwich narrowly missed out on Premier League promotion last season, finishing sixth and losing in the playoff semi-finals. Under new manager Ryan Mason, the Baggies are targeting automatic promotion this year and will look to Collyer for extra midfield stability and creativity, as noted in multiple updates.

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT

Collyer is expected to play a major part in West Brom’s midfield rotation this season. West Brom open their league campaign against Cardiff City, who finished 11th last season. West Brom’s main rivals for promotion are Leicester City, who were relegated from the Premier League, as well as Southampton and Ipswich Town. United fans and staff will watch Collyer’s minutes and performances closely throughout the loan. If he excels, he could return ready to compete for a first-team place at Old Trafford in the 2026/27 season, according to previous reports from United officials. West Brom, meanwhile, hope Collyer will be the missing piece to push them back into the top flight at the third time of asking.