West Brom closing in on Japanese keeper

Hodgson is keen to bring in the 28-year-old as back-up for Scott Carson.

Lierse have told Hodgson that Kawashima is for sale at the right price.

Lierse technical director Herman Helleputte said: “West Brom asked if we’ll discuss a move for Kawashima. We said he can go if they make us a good offer.”