West Bromwich Albion face fight for Ben Foster

West Bromwich Albion reportedly face a battle to sign on-loan Birmingham City goalkeeper Ben Foster on a permanent basis.

The 28-year-old joined the Baggies on a season-long loan last summer, with Albion boss Roy Hodgson keen to secure the England international on a permanent deal in the summer.

According to The Mirror, however, Birmingham are refusing to sell to their rivals and want Foster to return at the end of the season.

Foster has made 27 appearances for West Brom this season.