Bernardo is the latest player to leave Albion.

The Brazilian left-back has signed a permanent deal at Red Bull Salzburg, were he finished last season on loan.

Technical director Dan Ashworth said: “Bernardo is a great professional on and off the pitch and he played an important role in helping establish us in the Premier League.

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“This is a great opportunity for him at a club and an environment he knows well. We thank him for his services and wish him every success for the future.”

Davy Propper and Jan Mlakar have both left the club in the last week or so as Albion look to streamline their squad.