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'It's not so much the pandemic, it's Brexit' - Allardyce bemoans transfer difficulties after UK's European Union split

The new rules put in place following the split from the European Union has posed problems for the relegation-threatened side

Sam Allardyce says West Brom's transfer plans have been disrupted by the new regulations following the United Kingdon's exit from the European Union.

Following the split, a points system has been introduced that will mean clubs need a Governing Body Endorsement (GBE) to sign players from the EU.

A GBE will be awarded on the basis of senior and youth international appearances, the quality of the selling club and the players' club appearances.

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The new rules have already hindered West Brom's attempts to strengthen their squad in the January transfer window.