Former West Brom goalkeeper becomes latest ex-Baggie to make the switch to Aston Villa

Albion academy graduate Ronnie Hollingshead made his way through the Baggies academy over a number of years - and went on to become a Welsh under 21 international.

During his time at Albion he spent time out on loan with the likes of Hednesford Town and Alvechurch - but never quite made the breakthrough at Albion.

Alongside more senior goalkeeper Ted Cann, he was released by Albion as a number of academy graduates were let go at the end of their contracts.

Now he has bagged himself a new club - taking a path that has been well trodden by former Albion youngsters in the past.

Hollingshead has made the move to Aston Villa - penning a professional contract at the club following a trial period.

He will link up with the club's under 21 side and is the latest ex-Baggie to make the switch. In the past a number of youngsters have made the move - and in more recent years some young players who have been released by Albion have signed for Villa.

In recent times Rico Richards headed for Villa after his Albion release - and now plays for League One side Port Vale.

Commenting on the move, Villa academy manager Mark Harrison, who was previously in the same role at Albion, said: "Ronnie has signed a professional contract after being on trial with us and will join our Under-21 squad.

"He has had international recognition with Wales and is someone we believe will add more depth to our goalkeeping department at Under-21 level. We look forward to seeing how Ronnie develops this season."