As for incoming players, Mason has two targets on his radar, with free-agent goalkeeper Angus Gunn and Cadiz striker Chris Ramos both reportedly on the shopping list of the Black Country club.

Gunn has reportedly been on trial at The Hawthorns, and could be signed after Josh Griffiths put in another unconvincing performance in a pre-season victory over Rayo Vallecano on Saturday.

After Dike's injury setback, West Brom have tabled a bid reportedly worth around ?2.1m for Ramos, but it's unclear whether the bid has been accepted yet. The Spanish forward scored 10 goals in LaLiga 2 last season.

It could be a busy couple of weeks for Albion, as they have plenty of potential incomings and outgoings before the transfer window slams shut in early September.