West Bromwich Albion have rewarded promising Nigerian goalkeeper Brian Okonkwo with a new two-year contract extension, keeping him at the Championship club until the summer of 2028.
Brian, the younger brother of Super Eagles goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo, has impressed since joining the Baggies in September 2025, establishing himself as the first-choice goalkeeper for the club's Premier League 2 side.
Brian made 17 appearances across all competitions last season and played a key role in the U21s' run to the latter stages of the Premier League 2 Cup, performances that convinced the club to extend his stay.
His excellent display has earned a contract extension with the Championship club willing to keep him at the club until the summer of 2028.
Commenting on the deal on the club's official website, Academy Manager Richard Stevens praised the youngster's development and highlighted the progress he has made since arriving at the academy.
“On Brian, he came into our programme late last season, but he used that time to do a lot of work with Head of Academy Goalkeeping, Phil Smart, and in the first team with Boaz Myhill as well,” Stevens said.
“He’s an important part of our programme and if you look at most goalkeepers, historically, they need more development time, loan moves, opportunities and patience as well.
“Brian made a big impact at the football club and I believe he will benefit from the programme over the coming season.”
With his future now secured, the highly-rated goalkeeper will be aiming to build on his impressive performances at youth level and push for opportunities with West Brom's senior team during the 2026/27 Championship campaign.
Adeyemi Adewale
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