West Bromwich Albion pair Matheus Pereira (left) and Sam Johnstone both impressed in the Premier League last seasonNew West Bromwich Albion boss Valerien Ismael admits that he is resigned to losing star pair Sam Johnstone and Matheus Pereira following speculation about moves elsewhere. At his first media briefing since taking charge, Ismael was tackled with questions about Brazilian playmaker Pereira and England keeper Johnstone. After relegation from the top flight last season, Johnstone and Pereira remain the Baggies' two most marketable assets. "I don't need the best players, I need the right players. "After I signed I had video calls with all the players and it was the first time I spoke with Matheus.

Source: BBC July 06, 2021 13:52 UTC