GUS POYET has admitted he would be willing to bring Kazenga LuaLua to The Amex on loan if necessary.

But the Albion manager still believes he can sign the Newcastle winger on a more permanent basis, despite a hitch in negotiations.

LuaLua seemed to be on the brink of a seven-figure move south a week ago after proving his recovery from a broken leg.

That was when Poyet, usually guarded when talking about transfers, revealed Albion were “really in an advanced situation with Kaz” and a record-breaking deal seemed imminent.

Now, though, the Albion boss admits he might end up bringing the 20-year-old in for what would be his third loan stint.

Poyet said: “It’s not an easy one. There are many options.

“My first impression was we would be able to buy him.

“It’s negotiations. Things change when you negotiate. We would buy him if the numbers are right.

“They are negotiations so there is not much more I can say.”

Asked if he would agree to a loan deal if necessary, Poyet said: “Yes, depending on the length of the loan.

“We will try and sort this out as soon as possible.”

LuaLua is not expected to feature in Alan Pardew’s plans for the new Premier League season.