Former Newcastle United and Liverpool star Craig Bellamy admits West Bromwich Albion boss Tony Pulis wanted him to join his coaching staff.

Bellamy is a big fan of his fellow Welshman.

He told the Daily Mail: "He wanted to talk about some coaching.

"I love Tony, he is brilliant. He doesn't get the credit but he is outstanding.

"We may be slightly different in how we see the game but that's fine. More importantly, our mentalities are the same. I could really learn from him. But I said no because of the timing. I will go up and see him a lot and maybe be involved a bit."