West Brom manager Steve Bruce outlined once again his need for more attacking reinforcements after he saw his side held to a 0-0 draw by in-form Cardiff at The Hawthorns.

The Baggies have scored three goals in their first four matches and, after the injury suffered by Daryl Dike, their need for a fresh forward option was highlighted as they drew a blank, although Karlan Grant might have broken the deadlock in the first half.

Centre back Semi Ajayi tested Cardiff goalkeeper Ryan Allsop in the second half, but the Bluebirds were good value for their point.

The result means that Bruce’s...