West Bromwich(WBA) vs Birmingham - Double defensive boost for Baggies

Kieran Gibbs and Tosin Adarabioyo are in contention to return when West Brom host Birmingham in the Sky Bet Championship on Friday.

They trained over the international break, making them potential starters.

Stefan Johansen, Rekeem Harper, Sam Field and Ahmed Hegazi all returned from international duty unscathed.

Matt Phillips is again expected to miss out, owing to an unspecified injury.

Birmingham have Maxime Colin available for selection following his recovery from a tight hamstring.

Marc Roberts and Charlie Lakin, who both missed the defeat at Preston before the international break through injury, have also been passed fit.

Jota is pushing to start, having appeared as a substitute at Preston.

Craig Gardner and Isaac Vassell are further options should they wish to change a losing team.