Albion have been linked with a striker from River Plate.

But is understood the club are mystified by a report in Argentina suggesting they are ready to make an offer for Colombia international Rafael Santos Borre.

The 25-year-old, 5ft 9ins forward is running out of contract with River.

He was a deal in place with Gremio in Brazil.

But River coach Marcelo Gallardo has reportedly advised him to move to Europe if possible.

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Albion's name last night emerged in connection with the player.

But a well-placed source in this country had “no idea where this has come from”.