HITC Sport understands West Brom are looking at Leon Best.
Rotherham’s Leon Best
West Bromwich Albion are weighing up a move for former Newcastle and Southampton striker Leon Best, HITC Sport understands from sources close to the club.
Republic of Ireland international Best is a free agent after seeing out his contract at Rotherham United earlir this summer.
The 29-year-old, who joined Rotherham last November on a deal until the end of the season, scored four goals in ten Championship starts to help the Millers pull off their unlikely survival bid in the Championship.
Leon Best celebrates scoring the first goal for Rotherham
Best impressed during his short spell at Rotherham after a disappointing time at Blackburn Rovers and the striker is keen to maintain the current upward curve in his career.
Derby County’s Leon Best
West Brom have invited the powerful forward to train with them during pre-season so that Baggies boss Tony Pulis can have a look at him at close quarters.
West Brom are in the market for striking reinforcements after releasing Victor Anichebe and Stephane Sessegnon earlier this summer, while doubts continue to surround the future of Saido Berahino with Stoke and Crystal Palace battling it out for his services.
West Brom manager Tony Pulis before the game
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