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It’s a pleasure to play with ‘legend’ Barry

JAY Rodriguez has signed up to the Gareth Barry Appreciation Society - adding his voice to a chorus of acclaim for the veteran midfielder.

The former Manchester City man’s faultless form helped Albion extend their unbeaten run to eight games with a 2-0 win over Wigan on Boxing Day.

J-Rod insists Barry is a “legend” of the game and the smartest footballer he’s ever played alongside.

“Gaz is someone you look up to as a player,” admits Rodriguez.

“You watch him in training and just bounce off the little ideas that he has.