Roman Bednar's Albion career to date

A look back at the career to date of West Bromwich Albion striker Roman Bednar, who has been given a caution by police after being arrested over drugs.

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A cloud still hangs over the future of West Bromwich Albion striker Roman Bednar, who has been given a caution by police after being arrested over drugs.nextpage

The player remains suspended, pending a club inquiry into newspapers photos allegedly showing the Czech striker paying for cocaine and cannabis outside his Sutton Coldfield home.nextpage

West Midlands Police spokeswoman Zoe Lee said he has been given a formal police caution and no further police action would be taken.nextpageRoman Bednar

Bednar joined Albion in August 2007 in an initial one year loan from Hearts.nextpage

In 23 starts, plus 11 substitute appearances, Bednar scored 17 goals as Albion won the Championship and reached the FA Cup semi-finals.nextpagewd2764106albion-28-dh-27.jpg

Following promotion to the Premier League, Bednar and Albion had high hopes of making an impact in the top flight. He was given a permanent deal last summer.nextpage

Success proved hard for West Brom and Bednar, who ended the season with six goals from 17 starts and 11 substitute appearances.nextpage

Yet it was not until the 83rd minute that Albion really made their advantage count, Roman Bednar with the header.

Among Bednar's more acclaimed contributions was his opening goal in the 2-0 home win over Tottenham in December.

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More drama at the death - Albion sub Roman Bednar misses a gilt edged chance.

Following Albion's relegation to the Championship, a Sunday tabloid printed the allegations about Bednar, which provoked an apology from the player.

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Marek Cech and Roman Bednar.

With Albion fans waiting to see who will replace Tony Mowbray, further uncertainty hangs over Bednar's future.