Here, Albion historian Ian Hine gives us his top 15 players signed from overseas clubs. Some classy, some controversial but all memorable.
5. Pascal Gross 85 apps, 12 goals (2017-present)
Joined Albion from German club FC Ingolstadt 04 for a fee of 3 million. Scored Albions first top-flight goal for 34 years against West Bromwich Albion in September 2017. Superb first season, scoring seven goals and providing eight assists. Remains a crucial member of the matchday squad. | Getty
6. Ulloa 60 appearances, 24 goals (2013-2014 & 2018)
Another signing from Spanish club Almera, made an immediate impact by scoring on his debut in a 3-2 defeat to Arsenal in the FA Cup. Became the first player to score a hat-trick at the Amex, during the 4-1 win over Huddersfield in March 2013. | Getty
7. Prpper 82 apps, 2 goals (2017-present)
Signed from PSV Eindhoven in the summer of 2017 as Albion were preparing for life in the Premier League. Missed just three league games all season and was instrumental in the clubs survival. A stylish midfielder, was beginning to thrive under Graham Potter until the league suspension. | Getty
8. Vicente 32 apps, 5 goals (2011-2013)
Low number of appearances but made an unforgettable impact. Signed from Valencia for whom he made 243 appearances as well as 38 games for the Spanish national team. Released following mounting injury issues and although these continued at Albion, was still capable of sublime brilliance. | Getty