Filip Krovinović has re-joined Premier League club West Bromwich Albion on loan.
The Croatian midfielder spent last season on loan with West Brom and played a key role in their promotion campaign from the Championship. Krovinović played 43 appearances at the Hawthorns before returning to his parent club, Benfica, at the end of last season.
Filip Krovinović Joins West Bromwich Albion on Loan
Second Spell for Krovinović
Talks between West Brom and Benfica have been ongoing recently over Krovinović’s return, but a deal has now been reached between the two clubs.
The 25-year-old joins West Brom for the 2020/21 season on loan and follows Matheus Pereira, Callum Robinson and Grady Diangana in returning to the squad for the Premier League campaign this season.
Krovinović played 40 of West Brom’s 46 Championship fixtures last season. The Croatian scored three and assisted four goals in his first spell at the club.
Key Signing for Bilic
Bilic has spoken previously about his desire to bring Krovinović back to the Hawthorns as the Baggies look to avoid relegation this season.
West Brom boss Bilic believes the energetic midfielder has the positive attributes on and off the pitch to help the club in the Premier League.
Speaking to Midlands-based The Express and Star, Bilic said on Krovinović: “Make no mistake it’s a bonus that he’s loved here, that everybody likes him and he’s a positive guy – that’s a bonus.
“But we didn’t bring him here for that. We’re bringing him for his quality.
“He’s a complete midfield player. He’s got a bit of everything – he’s comfortable on the ball, he gives everything. In the second half of the season, he became more of a goal threat than when he joined us.
“With him, you can be versatile. He’s an unsung hero – you don’t see it straight away when you’re watching the game, but he’s helping the players be in a better position or better situation. He’s always available, a box-to-box midfielder who gives everything.”
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