Andy Johnson gives his take on speculation surrounding West Brom's Okay Yokuslu

The 30-year-old Turk is the subject of interest to take him away from The Hawthorns this summer with clubs in his homeland interested, as well as Championship rivals Hull, according to reports.

Yokuslu has been a regular under Carlos Corberan since arriving on a permanent deal two years ago but, having entered his 30s in March, is now in the final year of his deal.

Johnson, the ex-Wales international and two-time promotion-winning Albion midfielder, believes Yokuslu's absence would be felt.

"He will be a massive loss," Johnson said. "The last couple of seasons he has been there or thereabouts for our player of the season, he's a fantastic player.

"He would be sorely missed. It's a shame, but it goes with the thought process behind it. He's 30 now, he looked like he might've been tiring towards the end of this season. He had a great season but he did look a little bit tired having played a lot of football.

"Perhaps the manager is thinking to bring some fresh legs in? We've already signed (Ousmane) Diakite in midfield. I'd be sorry to see him go, because he's been excellent, but there has obviously been a conversation."

Yokuslu played 48 times for Albion last season and struck a formidable midfield partnership with Alex Mowatt. Besiktas have been linked with interest, as have the Turk's former club Trabzonspor. Hull, who have a Turkish owner, are also said to be keen.

"I'm not sure what the fee will be yet, but reports of around £2million is not bad for a player of his age with one year left on his contract," Johnson said. "You've got to say that's good business, but I would be sorry to see him go.

"I've enjoyed watching him, he plays with passion, plays with his heart, he's brave, not only in the tackle but with the ball when a lot of players wouldn't.

"He was demanding of other players on the pitch. When you lose leaders it can be a blow."

He added: "If you lose a player who is a big earner and can get money for him, then as long as Carlos gets to use that money for the better of the club and squad then that can only be a good thing."