Cradley’s Chris Male was today refusing to give up on his dream of becoming the English featherweight champion – but the title may move on without him.

Cradley’s Chris Male has pulled out of his English featherweight title fight against Joe Murray next week with a suspected torn rotator cuff.

Wolves defender Ronald Zubar was today ruled out for a month with a knee injury.

Wolves boss Mick McCarthy today hit out at the Football Association for rejecting Wolves’ appeal over Nenad Milijas’ red card at Arsenal.

West Brom and Bolton target Tim Ream has seen his club New York Red Bulls rule out a permanent transfer of his services.

United States defender Tim Ream will join West Brom on trial next month – but they could face competition from Bolton if they try to sign him.

Cradley’s Chris Male has been told “it’s 90 per cent certain” that his fight with Joe Murray for the English featherweight title will be rescheduled to February 4.

Shane Long made a stunning return to action at West Brom with the winning goal against Bolton.

West Brom striker Shane Long has volunteered for a shock return this weekend – but Baggies boss Roy Hodgson is unlikely to risk his main summer signing.

West Brom midfielder Paul Scharner will miss Saturday’s trip to Arsenal with a knee injury – but hopes to be back to face Bolton two weeks later.