Hull City maintain interest in signing midfielder Toby Collyer

Hull City remain interested in signing former loan midfielder Toby Collyer following his stint with the club earlier in the campaign. According to reports from The 1904Club, the midfielder has recently been linked with a permanent move to West Bromwich Albion, creating competition for the Tigers to secure his services again.

The interest comes at a time when the club is looking to bolster its options after a demanding 2025 campaign. The final 2025 table shows Hull City finished 6th in the Championship with 73 pts, 21W-10D-15L from 46 games, with recent form WWDWL. Despite the high finish, they remained 22 points behind leaders Coventry in the race for the title.

Where does he fit in the current squad

Collyer is already familiar with the environment at the boyhood, having gained experience during his previous loan spell. His ability to control the tempo could provide much-needed depth in a midfield currently facing significant selection concerns. With West Bromwich Albion showing interest, Hull City may need to act quickly if they want to avoid rivals.

The squad is currently on a 4-game winning run, with a recent form of 4W-1D-0L (WWWWD, most recent first). However, the depth is being tested by a long list of absences. The team is currently sidelined by several key figures including Charlie Hughes, Darko Gyabi, Jack Butland, Joe Gelhardt, Lewie Coyle, and Óscar Zambrano.

What does the fee mean for the summer budget

Securing a player like Collyer would require a calculated investment, especially given the competition from other Championship. While specific figures have not been disclosed, the interest from West Brom suggests a competitive market is on the table. The Tigers need to balance this pursuit with the need to replace or cover for injured personnel.

The last result was a Hull City 1-0 Middlesbrough victory on 2026-05-23. That win provided momentum heading into the summer, but the focus now shifts to the transfer market. Adding a player who already knows the system could minimize the integration time required for the new season.

The situation remains fluid as the club monitors whether Hull City can outbid their rivals for the midfielder's signature. If the deal moves forward, it would represent a significant move for the club looking to push even further up the table next year.