West Brom's predicted lineup as they host Luton in the Championship

Football FanCast

By Lewis Blain

Published Feb 1, 2020

West Brom's predicted lineup as they host Luton Town at the Hawthorns this afternoon.

West Brom are looking to break a run of seven straight games without a victory in the Championship this afternoon as they host the division's basement boys, Luton Town.

The Baggies are at serious risk of seeing their title bid go up in flames having relinquished top spot to Leeds in midweek whilst their 13 point gap to the playoffs is now merely a margin of two.

Slaven Bilic has taken steps to strengthen his side in the transfer window, but what sort of lineup will he select for this one?

Here's what we predict...

There could be as many as five changes as the Croatian looks to spark a reaction, including a debut for one of his new additions.

Sam Johnstone keeps his place between the sticks but in front of him, there's a defensive shakeup. Semi Ajayi is welcomed back after suspension while Conor Townsend and Darnell Furlong regain their full-back places.

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In midfield, Jake Livermore remains as Romaine Sawyers drops to the bench, perhaps a shock move but the 28-year-old has been under par in recent matches as highlighted by fans criticising his work rate this week.

Filip Krovinovic continues to operate the number ten role in front of the engine room.

Out wide, Matty Phillips keeps his place on the right whilst there is a start for new arrival Callum Robinson on the other side. The 24-year-old has joined on loan from Sheffield United and comes straight into the side in the prolonged absence of Grady Diangana.