West Brom's fantastic start to the season continued on Saturday as they beat struggling Middlesbrough 1-0 away in an evenly contested match. 

Bit part player, Hal Robson-Kanu, cemented the three points for Slaven Bilić's side in the final ten minutes with a tap in following a goalmouth scramble.

In a game full of wasted chances for both sides, with 36 shots overall, West Brom will be delighted with the win which sees them remain two points clear at the top of the Championship.

 

There have been a number of star performers for the Baggies this year. Experienced players like Jake Livermore are relishing life under Bilić at the Hawthorns, while youngsters Nathan Ferguson and Grady Diangana are playing consistently well.

However, there are a number of players who are yet to experience consistent first team football this season due to the exceptional form of certain first team players at West Brom.

Here are two talents who should look for a loan move from the club in January...

Rekeem Harper

Despite only being 19 years old, midfielder Rekeem Harper has already made over 30 senior appearances overall for West Brom and Blackburn, where he spent some of last season on loan.

However, the lively midfielder has only played one league game for West Brom so far this season as he came of the bench for a six minute appearance against Nottingham Forest.

As Bilić keeps faith with the players that are performing so well for the team this year, it will be more difficult for Harper to get a sustained run in the first team so his appearances will be limited to cup competitions.

Another loan move may be imminent for the England youth international. He is clearly well regarded at the Hawthorns as he has already made a lot of appearances despite his age, but regular exposure at senior level, possibly in League One, would suit Harper at present.

Dara O'Shea

Republic of Ireland under 21 international Dara O'Shea has struggled for game time under Slaven Bilić this season as he has only played one match, the League Cup loss to Millwall in August.

However, it seems as though Bilić is keen to have the Irish centre back around the first team as O'Shea has been an unused substitute for all 12 of West Brom's fixtures this season.

O'Shea has first team experience and had a good season on loan at Exeter last year where he made 27 appearances for the Grecians before returning to the Hawthorns.

Although he is favoured as a back up to the impressive duo of Kyle Bartley and Semi Ajayi at West Brom, O'Shea may find himself on loan again in January in search of first team opportunities.