Adam Armstrong has only himself to blame for failed promotion chance.

Adam Armstrong turned down a move to Sunderland in February, and now they’re laughing as he returns to the Premier League. The Championship playoff Finals have just ended, and Southampton has emerged as the greatest loss among Sheffield and Sunderland. And it’s all because loanee Ben Brereton Diaz’s hopes for a permanent exit have fallen through. However, following the Wembley outcome that sealed Sunderland’s return to the Premier League, Southampton and BBD aren’t the only ones to blame their fate. Surprisingly, another Saint lost big in this Final with Sheffield’s defeat, despite not playing.

Adam Armstrong is a Southampton loanee. That’s because, following a disappointing term with the Saints, Armstrong prioritised a loan return to West Bromwich in the winter over other offers. And surprise what, promotion favourites Sunderland were among the other destinations calling. Yet, on deadline day, Armstrong chose loyalty to his former club, Newcastle, which may be haunting him today.

Armstrong is himself to blame for failed consecutive promotion chance

Undoubtedly, the forward’s decision to rejoin with Tony Mowbray resulted in a memorable Championship homecoming. However, it is worth noting that Armstrong could have returned to the Premier League today rather than missing the playoffs with the Baggies. On a personal level, Armstrong began well but could have concluded better. Armstrong was anticipated to score more than three goals in 16 appearances after scoring the Wembley Finals goal that propelled Southampton to the Premier League last season. But what about Southampton? The Saints, who are already concerned about BBD’s impending return, are now concerned about the baggage that Adam Armstrong will bring with him.

West Brom are poised to bid farewell to the loanee, whom Southampton must re-sign. Take notice of this. This week began with a massive Will Still announcement for Southampton supporters, but it ended in the most Saints-like style with BBD and Armstrong’s failed loan reports.

Still, that’s how it has been throughout this season. Hopefully, things improve ahead.

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