The younger brother of Super Eagles and Wrexham goalkeeper, Arthur Okonkwo, Brian, has signed a new two-year contract with EFL Championship side, West Bromwich Albion, keeping him at the club until the summer of 2028.
Like Arthur, Brian began his football career at Arsenal’s Hale End Academy, featuring for the Gunners in League Cup and Premier League 2 fixtures before joining West Brom on a one-year deal last summer, following a trial period with the club’s Under-21 side.
The 20-year-old goalkeeper impressed during his time with the youth team, making 17 appearances across all competitions and playing a pivotal role in helping West Brom’s Under-21 side reach the latter rounds of the Premier League Cup. He also featured for the club in the Premier League International Cup, where his shot-stopping in crucial moments helped Albion’s young professionals compete against high-calibre opposition.
West Brom Academy Manager, Richard Stevens, said the new deal reflected the club’s confidence in Okonkwo’s progress since arriving at the Hawthorns in September 2025. Related News CAF invites bids to host AFCON 2028, 2032, 2036 King Charles hates football, says Prince William England vs Mexico World Cup kickoff could be moved earlier — Report
