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Albion add Austrian forward Andi Weimann to ranks on loan

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Albion have completed the signing of Andreas Weimann on loan from Bristol City for the remainder of the 2023/24 Sky Bet Championship campaign.

The Austria international attacker, who has been capped 21 times by his nation, arrives at The Hawthorns with a wealth of experience having made over 300 appearances in the second tier for four clubs.

Weimann, who also has 113 Premier League games to his name, has been handed the number 17 shirt. 

‘Andi’ is excited to arrive at The Hawthorns and hopes his experience can help the team.

Andi Weimann posing for a photo standing next to a big WBA badge
Andi Weimann has joined the Albion for the rest of the campaign on loan

He said: “I’m really looking forward to the next few months. I know a lot about the club and I’ve been around the area for a while now. 

“I just want to help as much as I can and get this club to where it wants to be. 

“I’m definitely a team player, but I also think I’ve got goals in me. Hopefully I can bring goals, assists and experience to the team.”

Andi Weimann holding up a WBA home shirt while smiling at the camera

Head Coach Carlos Corberán added: “Andi has proven himself to be an excellent Championship player for many years, and we are pleased to have him with us.

“He adds quality and experience to our attacking options and is a welcome addition to the group.

“He is fit and ready to play which is also important. We’re looking forward to working with Andi and I’m confident he will make a positive contribution during his time here.”

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