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West Brom boss Irvine confident Berahino can return to best

West Bromwich Albion boss Alan Irvine is confident Saido Berahino can return to his best goalscoring form.

Irvine refuted the suggestion the spotlight from Berahino's England call-up or arrest for drink driving had affected him and revealed he is studying clips of Sergio Aguero and Diego Costa in an attempt to improve.

"We've asked a lot of a young player," said Irvine. "He had a very, very good start to the season, there was a lot of interest in him, a lot of talk about him.

"He last scored against Man United and that proved to be a vital point as far as being selected for England squad - it's been a lot of focus on a young player. He's handled it well overall.

"But I don't think any of us would be surprised to see Saido dropping off a bit. But I believe he will come back. He's a good finisher with both feet. The goals will come again"

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