Rico Richards joined the Club's Academy from West Bromwich Albion in July 2023.

The highly-rated midfielder had been at The Hawthorns since the age of seven, making two substitute appearances for the first team, and has also represented England at junior level.

Academy Manager Mark Harrison said: "We are delighted Rico is joining us as he had a number of options but was very keen to come to us. 

“He is a young player with potential who has already played at first-team level and previously represented England at youth level. 

“He is an attacking player with a lot of creative attributes and has an eye for goal. We look forward to working with him and seeing how he will develop."