West Brom boss Steve Bruce has some huge decisions to make ahead of Tuesday evening’s Championship clash with Middlesbrough.
The veteran manager was livid following his side’s performance in the 2-0 defeat to Luton Town on Saturday, slamming it as ‘unacceptable.’
It may well have been the first time Bruce realised just how big of a task he has ahead of him in terms of getting this squad back to the Premier League.
A number of the experienced pros once again let him down at Kennilworth Road, just as they did under former manager Valerien Ismael.
One thing is for sure though, after the post-match comments of Bruce, it’s not something that he is simply going to let slide.
A number of changes are expected for the trip to the Riverside Stadium. Jake Livermore will serve the third of his four match ban whilst Daryl Dike remains a long-term injury absentee.
Away from that, the former Newcastle United boss will have a near full squad to choose from.
Here’s the team we think he will go with for Tuesday’s huge must-win game.
1. GK - Sam Johnstone
One of the few consistent performers in the squad. Deserves to be on the right side of a result. | Getty Images
2. RB - Darnell Furlong
Probably just keeps his place at right-back. | Getty Images
3. CB - Kyle Bartley
Made his return to the XI following his recovery from illness last time out. May keep his spot. | Getty Images Photo: George Wood
4. CB - Dara O’Shea
Is yet to start a game following his recovery from long-term injury. Wasn’t involved with the PL2 side on Monday so expect he may start. | Getty Images