Nigeria international Peter Odemwingie since his failed transfer to Queens Park Rangers has not been included in the West Brom starting line-up.

The Baggies manager Steve Clarke has hinted that Odemwingie could be named in the 18 - man squad when they host rivals Sunderland on Saturday.

Speaking to the official website of West Brom, Clarke said: ''Peter is available for selection.

''We’ve had a couple of little chats but nothing in-depth and he knows the situation.

''He knows he needs to work hard and he has to be ready for his opportunity when it comes and, for sure, it will come because we only carry a small squad.

''He has to be ready to go.''

The former Bendel Insurance striker has netted four goals in five games against Sunderland.

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