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McAuley hopes for double boost

by Setanta Staff , 07 February 2012 football news

West Brom's Gareth McAuley hopes Shane Long is fit to face Wolves and is keen for Chris Brunt to return from injury.


Forward Long has been struggling with a back injury and illness but is expected to feature at Wolves on Sunday, and McAuley thinks the striker could help his side secure a win on the road over their Black Country rivals.

"Longy started the season fantastically and we probably do miss his presence because he's got a reputation," McAuley told the Express and Star.

"I know from playing against him that he never gives people any peace.

"That can get in the minds of the opposition when they think he's going to chase everything down and run the channels all day.

"That's what he's good at so he's a different type of prospect to the players we've got playing at the moment."

Brunt picked up a serious ankle injury in the New Year's Day clash with Everton but should return to the fold this month and McAuley believes the midfielder will make a big impact on his return.

He added: "Chris Brunt is an important player and has been for a number of years for the club and it will be like a new signing when we've got him back. They are different options for us when they're available."

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