so today an unknown 16 year old west brom academy player signs for Barcelona on a 3 year deal . He's also changed from turning out for the republic of Ireland to represent England too .

there's been lots of debates on this board regarding our academy and academy status over the years on here but I think today hits home what what the current model is at the top level . West brom will claim 235k in compensation too !

I,m pretty sure this board would be up in arms if we lost a talented 16 year old from our academy so what's everyone's view on this ?


a great opportunity for the lad or just accept globalisation or any other view ?


https://www.givemesport.com/1489162-...romwich-albion