GETTY Chris Smalling is reportedly a target for West Brom

Chris Smalling has fallen down the pecking order at Manchester United and made just 18 Premier League appearances last term. The England international was plagued by injuries and found himself playing second fiddle to Marcos Rojo and Daley Blind for much of the season. The arrival of Victor Lindelof from Benfica this summer has raised further questions about his position at Old Trafford. And the Daily Star claim he could soon be on his way out with West Brom preparing a £10million bid for the former Fulham man.

GETTY Chris Smalling has fallen down the pecking order under Jose Mourinho

The report says the Baggies have retained an interest in the centre-half ever since the end of last season. Tony Pulis is said to admire the 27-year-old and is keen to add some youth to West Brom's defensive ranks. Smalling could also reunite with his former team-mate Jonny Evans who has been made Baggies captain this season. Pulis knows he will have to act swiftly to sign the defender, however, with Leicester, Stoke and Crystal Palace also showing interest.

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