RDM ponders striker return

West Brom boss Steve Clarke says he is not concerned over the possibility of Chelsea recalling Romelu Lukaku in January.

The Blues striker joined the Baggies on a season-long loan deal in the summer but boss Roberto Di Matteo has revealed they have the option to take him back when the window re-opens. There is every possibility that could happen if Lukaku continues to shine but Clarke is not thinking about that yet and just hopes the striker stays focused on his football. Lukaku grabbed an equalising goal for West Brom at Newcastle on Sunday before the Magpies went on to score a late winner and Clarke is pleased with the way he is performing. "What happens in January happens in January," Clarke revealed. "That's no concern of mine at this present time. Romelu has been a good substitute for us and he has been patient and every now and then you have to give him a chance to play." Di Matteo is on the look out for a new striker in January but if he cannot find his man there is every chance he could decide to bring Lukaku back into the frame.