Chris Brunt returning to training

Chris Brunt has revealed that he will return to training with West Bromwich Albion this week.

The Northern Ireland international has missed the club's last eight matches with a fractured ankle - including their 5-1 derby win over Wolverhampton Wanderers - with a fractured ankle.

As a result, the 27-year-old feels that he may struggle to force his way straight back into the starting lineup.

"I definitely don't expect to walk straight back in - no way," said Brunt. "If we keep playing like we did against Wolves I'll have a job on my hands getting back in the team.

"It was such a good performance by everyone. It would be hard to change anyone in the team.

"That's the way it should be at a football club. There should be competition for places."

Brunt joined the Baggies in 2007 from Sheffield Wednesday.