New transfer makes 'big ambition' claim after agreeing West Brom deal

New recruit Matt Ingram hailed the “big ambition” at the club after arriving at Albion as the fourth new signing of the summer.

Former Oxford shot-stopper Ingram, 32, made the move from the relegated Championship U’s to The Hawthorns for an undisclosed fee on a two-year deal.

It is likely Ingram will begin as back-up shot-stopper to Max O’Leary, who extended his stay at the club this summer.

Former QPR and Hull man Ingram has spent the last two seasons as understudy at Jamie Cumming at Oxford in the second tier. The new Baggies recruit admitted the prospect of moving to Albion was too good to refuse.

"It’s a massive club with big ambition,” said Ingram.

“I know last year wasn’t the season anyone expected, but for me growing up, this was a Premier League club and it’s an offer too good to turn down.”

Ingram added he has been in regular contact with goalkeeper coach Boaz Myhill since the interest emerged.

He added: “I’ve had a lot of contact with Boaz Myhill, who has been great. He’s walked me through the building, shown me around and introduced me to everyone.

“The facilities are great and the pitches look in perfect shape, so I can’t wait to get going.

“I’m really looking forward to it and I can’t wait to start working with the lads.”

Albion players return for pre-season under Morrison and his new backroom staff on Thursday.