West Brom prepared to let Joleon Lescott depart
Monday 24 August 2015 16:53, UK
West Brom have said that Joleon Lescott can leave as soon as they sign another defender, according to Sky sources.
Aston Villa had a £1m bid turned down for the central defender last month and it is understood that they, as well as Sunderland, are still keen to sign him.
The 32-year-old has one year left on the two-year deal he signed on joining the Baggies in 2014 following his release by Manchester City.
The former England defender made 29 appearances in his debut season at the Hawthorns but faces added competition for a centre-back spot this season following the arrival of James Chester from Hull City for £8m.
Lescott played the whole of West Brom's opening game against Manchester City but was on the bench for the 0-0 draw at Watford and the weekend defeat by Chelsea.
