Impressive Albion cruised to a comfortable 3-1 win over wretched Newcastle to move back into the Premier League’s top 10, writes Nick Mashiter.

Albion defender Marek Cech has admitted his future at the Hawthorns is uncertain by revealing that contract talks have stalled.

Albion assistant boss Eddie Newton has saluted full-backs Nicky Shorey and Gonzalo Jara as a perfect fit for the Premier League campaign.

Albion are facing several more weeks without injured duo Ishmael Miller and Marek Cech.

Roy Keane is planning a double swoop on Albion which could see both Luke Moore and Joe Mattock heading to Ipswich on loan.

Albion defender Marek Cech is out for around six weeks after X-rays showed a broken metatarsal.

Nicky Shorey began work as an Albion player today as boss Roberto Di Matteo hailed his “solid” new signing.

Albion have suffered a major four-pronged fitness scare ahead of the Premier League kick-off at Chelsea with Graham Dorrans a serious injury doubt.

Albion defender Marek Cech has insisted he will be fit for the big Premier League kick-off despite his extended summer break.

World Cup stars Marek Cech and Chris Wood could return for Albion when they continue their pre-season at Coventry.