Hodgson joy as Long a Baggie

WEST BROM manager Roy Hodgson believes Shane Long’s “attitude” will ensure he fulfils his potential at the Baggies.

As expected, the Republic of Ireland striker finally completed his move from Reading to West Brom for an undisclosed fee believed to be worth an initial £4.5 million (€5.1m), rising to a possible £6.5m (€7.4m) with add-ons.

The former Cork City striker has signed an initial three-year contract with the option for a further year.