Shane Long: 'I can replace Romelu Lukaku'

West Bromwich Albion striker Shane Long believes that he can replace Romelu Lukaku for the Baggies next season.

The Belgium international has rejoined Chelsea following the end of his season-long loan spell at The Hawthorns, where he scored 17 goals in the Premier League in the last campaign.

Long told reporters: "The futures of a few of us are up in the air. I fully intend to stay and firmly believe I can do the job ­Romelu managed last season.

"The two of us were vying for one position. I was first choice for a while and then Romelu came in and scored a hat-trick. I couldn't complain."

The 26-year-old scored 11 goals in all competitions for Steve Clarke's side last season.