Hoult Nearing Return

Last updated : 01 August 2005 By Sam
The Baggies stopper is expected to have recovered from a groin injury to at least begin training before the new season kicks off on August 13th.

"He had some form of treatment last Thursday which he has responded well to," Robson has said.

"He's had a big improvement and we're hopeful things will be okay once he's had some sort of laser treatment today.

"He should be close to at least being able to train by the start of the season."