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Premier League: Joleon Lescott urges West Brom not to get carried away

Joleon Lescott was enjoying life at the heart of West Brom's defence
Image: Joleon Lescott enjoying life at the heart of West Brom's defence

Joleon Lescott has urged West Brom to keep their feet on the ground following Sunday's 4-0 victory over Burnley.

Albtion cruised to victory at The Hawthorns to record their third successive win in all competitions but Lescott has urged them not to get carried away ahead of Saturday's clash with Liverpool at Anfield.

Lescott said: "When you lose, you can't see the next win but likewise when you win, you think you're not going to lose. It's important to keep our feet on the ground and this week is going to be tough."

However, Lescott hopes the growing trust between himself and team-mate Craig Dawson can help shut out Brendan Rodgers’ side.

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Jamie Carragher and Kevin Phillips discuss how Burnley lacked belief after going a goal down against West Brom

"It's still early for me and Craig but we are starting to trust each other which helps," he added.

"It's nice to be close. We're not like strikers where you rely on each others' individual brilliance, as a centre-half you need to be a partnership and understand each other.

"He has been here a long time. I know he is only 24 but he plays with a lot of experience and he is a top professional. If I can help him in any way I will.

"Craig has a lot of experience. He is still quite young and has a lot to learn, as do I - we are all learning every day. His main attribute is he wants to learn and if you've got that you will do well."

West Bromwich Albion's Saido Berahino scores his side's second goal of the game during the Barclays Premier League match against Burnley at The Hawthorns
Image: Berahino: Has impressed Lescott

Former Manchester City centre-back Lescott has helped Albion keep two clean sheets in his first two games after recovering from the knee injury which delayed his debut.

He was untroubled by Burnley on Sunday as Saido Berahino's brace buried the visitors.

The striker is the top-scoring Englishman in the Barclays Premier League with four goals and Lescott believes he can shine.

"He is going to be a top player, he has enthusiasm, he works hard and he has a bright future," said the 32-year-old.

"His attitude is spot on, he works hard, loves the game and loves to score goals. He wants to be a top player and most top players want it more than others. He definitely has that ingredient."

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