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Daryl Dike: West Bromwich Albion 'taking no risks' with injured striker

West Bromwich Albion boss Steve Bruce says the Baggies are "taking no risks" with the recovery process of striker Daryl Dike after his hamstring injury.

Albion had hoped to have their January signing back on Saturday, to be used off the bench at Bristol City after seven weeks out.

But Dike suffered a referred pain issue in his tendon in the same leg in training - and was ruled out.

"It's a real shame for him. He's worked so hard to get back," said Bruce.

He told BBC Radio WM: "But we'll just have to wait an see how he is.