Jason Davidson’s move to West Bromwich Albion in England’s Premier League was never part of the plan.

The tyro left-back, 23, has been working to a strategy laid down by his father, Socceroos legend Alan Davidson, since he was young.

Unexpected move: Socceroo Jason Davidson. Credit:Getty Images

After two successful seasons in Holland and a breakthrough at international level, the plan was to head not to England but to Germany, where the youngster’s toughness and resilience would be forged.

At least, that was Alan Davidson’s plan. ''Up until a month ago the Germans were still on the cards,'' the elder Davidson told Fairfax Media. ''I pretty much had total control of everything till now, and Jason’s made a point to me – he’s said Dad I want to go to the Premier League. So we sat down and talked about it, and it was his call and I agree with him.''