Daryl Dike leaves Orlando City for West Brom in permanent deal

Orlando City and USMNT striker Daryl Dike has signed for EFL Championship club West Bromwich Albion on a everlasting switch until 2026.

The 21-12 months-old has loved a rapid upward push, going from college football to gambling for the US Men's National group in the area of a couple of years. In just 35 MLS appearances for Orlando City, the ahead found the net 18 times and assisted any other four desires.

Dike loved a prolific loan spell inside the Championship with Barnsley in 2021, but Orlando City seemed unwilling to let him leave on a everlasting foundation. The Lions even rejected a bid from one of the Premier League's so-referred to as 'large six'. But as found out through 90min, Orlando modified their track currently, becoming extra willing to listen to offers.

On Saturday, reports emerged that Dike had arrived at West Brom's training floor to finalize a deal. 90min become capable of verify these reviews at the same time as additionally revealing that the USMNT striker may be becoming a member of the Baggies on a permanent basis quickly earlier than it was introduced by means of the membership.

West Brom's hobby in Dike is unsurprising given the Midlands side are controlled by means of former Barnsley boss Valerian Ismael. Dike scored nine dreams in 14 Championship starts inside the 2nd 1/2 of the 2020/21 Championship season to hearth the Tykes into the merchandising playoffs.

"Dike has everything we want from the No.Nine function. He has energy, strength – he challenges defenders – and he scores dreams," Ismael told WBA.Co.Uk.

“I labored with him at Barnsley and I understand him very well. He has the mentality. He is 21 years vintage and is still a younger player – however he has a variety of experience.”