BBC · Jul 31, 2024
Baggies sign striker Cole following Barnsley exit
Devante Cole scored twice for Barnsley in his one season in the Championship in 2021-22West Bromwich Albion have signed Devante Cole on a two-year deal following his exit from League One side Barnsley.
The 29-year-old former Manchester City youngster - the son of former Arsenal, Newcastle, Manchester United and England striker Andy Cole - becomes Albion's fifth summer signing.
Cole, who scored 18 League One goals last season, follows the arrival of defenders Paddy McNair and Torbjorn Heggem, midfielder Ousmane Diakite and goalkeeper Joe Wildsmith.
"Devante is an energetic, hardworking striker who also has pace," said Baggies head coach Carlos Corberan.