Victor Anichebe admits his Albion future's still up in the air

Victor Anichebe's future at Albion is still up in the air even though he inspired the Baggies to victory over Newcastle.

The big Nigerian feels fitter than he ever has before, and expects to shake off his injury in time for Saturday's game against Stoke.

He was a shock inclusion in Tony Pulis's Albion starting XI yesterday as Pulis punished Saido Berahino for an unknown behind-the-scenes incident.

"Whether I stay here or whether I go on somewhere else, I thought I did myself justice," said Anichebe.

"Honestly it's the best I've felt for a couple of years.

"I got a good pre-season behind me with the gaffer and then I pushed on fitness-wise.

"Unfortunately I haven't really played that much. Even though it's been such a difficult time, we've worked together and we've stayed tight the group of us.

"Hopefully I've taken a good step."

Anichebe limped off three minutes before the end to a standing ovation, but it seems his injury may not be as bad as initially feared.

"I don't know if it was cramp or if I pulled it," said the 27-year-old forward.

"It didn't feel as bad as before, even though my reaction, it looked like I was snipered. Hopefully it's not too bad."