Walsall's signing of Andrew Dallas offers a glimpse into the club's attacking priorities under new head coach Lee Grant. Grant had promised attacking football in his first press conference, and the arrival of Dallas, a centre-forward from Barnsley, is a step towards fulfilling that promise. Walsall often lacked a cutting edge in front of goal last season, relying heavily on loan striker Daniel Kanu, who scored 15 league goals and 18 across all competitions. With Kanu's return to Charlton Athletic and the departure of club captain Jamille Matt, Walsall was in need of attacking reinforcements. Dallas, who has been prolific in the division below with clubs like Southend United and Solihull Moors, will be looking to make an impact in the EFL. He scored 17 times for Southend last season and 34 goals across two seasons with Solihull Moors between 2021 and 2023. The signing of Dallas is a positive step for Walsall, who will be looking to reduce their reliance on loan strikers and improve their attacking numbers next season. The club has failed to score in 10 of their 22 league games in 2026, and Grant will be eager to change this statistic. With Dallas on board, Walsall fans will be hoping for a more attacking brand of football next season. The club still needs to add at least two more attackers to their ranks, but the signing of Dallas is a good starting point. Avoiding another New Year capitulation is a must for Walsall next season, and getting the summer business right is crucial if they want to prevent history from repeating itself. Walsall's attacking struggles since the turn of the year have been well-documented, but with Grant at the helm and Dallas leading the line, there is hope for a more positive future. The club's fans will be watching with interest as the summer transfer window unfolds, eager to see who else Grant will bring in to bolster the squad. With the right signings, Walsall could be a force to be reckoned with in League Two next season.
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Walsall Signs Andrew Dallas to Boost Attack
Walsall strengthens its attack with the signing of Andrew Dallas, aiming to improve goal scoring numbers after a disappointing last season, with Lee Grant seeking to deliver on his promise of attacking football
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