After what Express and standout journalist Lewis Cox said, West Brom might be tempted to cash in on John Swift during the January transfer window, and Alex Mowatt might be a ready-made replacement for this season’s standout player. Mowatt “can be a possible option to fill in the role left vacant” during Swift’s injury absence, according to Cox’s statement in the Express and Star [18 October]. However, if a sale was imminent, that option might become necessary. The Hawthorns’ financial predicament has been extensively chronicled, and the Express and Star [14 October] suggested that Swift’s performances would be drawing attention. Additionally, the necessity to raise money through player sales has been a heated topic.
Although there are contrasts in their different roles, Mowatt’s recent performance has improved when he was given a starting job under Carlos Corberan. His progress may entice the Baggies to cash in on Swift.
First off, this season in 11 Championship games, Swift has six goals and one assist, while Mowatt has one goal and one assist in nine games. In order to support the striker, the former has been playing farther forward, with the striker’s influence being concentrated in midfield.
Nevertheless, unlike what it initially seem, their games have more in common. Consider the matchup with Birmingham. Regardless of the outcome, Swift and Mowatt both had impressive efforts. In actuality, Mowatt’s subsequent performance led to some
The 89% passing accuracy was achieved by the central midfielder, who also made two crucial passes, completed six of nine attempted crosses, and was fouled three times. In contrast, Swift played in a more advanced role and had 88% accuracy, 0 vital passes, 2 crosses, and 1 foul drawn.
If Mowatt can continue to provide such solid attacking numbers, he may well prove a viable replacement for Swift, with that experiment on the cards to take place while Swift is injured. The time between now and his return, depending on Mowatt’s performances, could decide the future of Swift’s West Brom career.
