Former frontman delivers message after turning down West Brom deal for new club

Former Albion striker Josh Maja has thanked supporters for their backing throughout his time at the club - having turned down a new deal to move on this summer.

The 27-year-old completed a move to France Ligue 1 outfit Le Havre earlier in August after his contract at The Hawthorns expired earlier in the summer.

Boss James Morrison was keen on retaining the frontman’s services and Albion offered a new deal but the it became apparent Maja’s future lay elsewhere.

Maja had mixed fortunes at The Hawthorns, where he scored 19 goals in 81 appearances in three seasons - including one as top scorer - but endured torrid luck with injury.

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He wrote on social media: “After three years @WBA the time has come to say goodbye.

“A huge thank to you to everyone at the club, players, staff and everyone behind the scenes. A special shout out to the fans, your support through the highs and lows was incredible and I’ll always be grateful.

“It was a privilege to wear this badge, the memories will last forever.

“I wish everyone associated with the club all the best. Once a Baggie, always a Baggie.”

Former Fulham and Sunderland striker Maja returns to France, from where he arrived at Albion from Ligue 2 side Bordeaux as a free transfer in 2023.

He endured two serious ankle injuries with the club, one of which cut short a season of such promise, where he fired 12 goals by the new year.

Maja was used sparingly last season but did return as a regular late on under Morrison and fired three vital goals in the push to Championship survival.