West Bromwich Albion manager Steve Bruce has hinted that youngster Reyes Cleary could be utilised in Championship action in the coming weeks due to Daryl Dike’s latest injury setback. The American’s struggles since his January move from Orlando City have continued, having appeared just twice last season before his campaign was ended due to a hamstring problem.
And just one game into his 2022-23 season, Dike has been sidelined for two months with a thigh muscle tear, leaving Bruce scarce in his options up-front.
Karlan Grant will lead the line, but there is little-to-no depth past him – even though Callum Robinson can play there, the Republic of Ireland international has featured in an attacking midfield role in both appearances this season so far.
It could potentially bring Cleary into the mix for the weekend’s clash with Hull City, despite not making the squad for this evenings visit of Cardiff City to The Hawthorns.