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West Brom release Manchester United target Sam Johnstone and former Liverpool striker Andy Carroll as Baggies get rid of TWELVE players after a miserable season

West Brom have released 12 players including England goalkeeper Sam Johnstone and former Liverpool striker Andy Carroll after a disappointing season in the Championship.

Johnstone, Carroll and midfielder Romaine Sawyers are the big names on the list that will leave the club when their contracts expire this summer.

The Baggies have released their retained list for next season and the experienced trio do not figure in manager Steve Bruce's plans going forward.

Sam Johnstone has been released by West Brom
Striker Andy Carroll is also leaving the Baggies

West Brom have released 12 players including England goalkeeper Sam Johnstone (left) and former Liverpool striker Andy Carroll (right)

The experienced players do not figure in Baggies manager Steve Bruce's plan for next season

Johnstone being the surprise release with plenty of Premier League clubs tracking the shot-stopper with interest including his former club Manchester United, according to The Sun.