There will be not one, but two Americans hoping to play key roles for EFL Championship side West Bromwich Albion this season.

George Campbell has joined the English second-tier side in a permanent deal from CF Montreal, both clubs announced Friday. Campbell signed a four-year contract with the Baggies after joining for an undisclosed fee.

“We’re happy to welcome George to the club. At a relatively young age, George arrives with significant first-team experience,” West Brom sporting director Andrew Nestor said. “His progressive play, positional versatility and physicality adds to our defensive unit, further strengthening our options. 

“He has been in season since February and can now join our pre-season at a critical time as we ramp up to our home opener,” Nestor added. 

The 24-year-old defender had made 16 MLS appearances this season for CF Montreal prior to his move abroad. He originally broke through at Atlanta United before being traded to CF Montreal in 2022.

In total, Campbell made over 100 MLS appearances between Atlanta and Montreal and made his U.S. men’s national team debut last January. 

“I’m really excited to be here,” Campbell said. “I honestly can’t wait to put on the boots and start training. When the chance to sign came, I wanted to take it and experience football in Europe. I’m ready to go.

“The biggest thing for me is to stay focused on the task ahead, which is to help the team win. Whatever challenges come on the journey, I’ll be ready,” he added.

Campbell joins former Orlando City striker Daryl Dike at The Hawthorns for the upcoming season. West Brom opens its new league campaign on August 9 against Blackburn Rovers.