Pundit Frank McAvennie has tipped new West Bromwich Albion signing Tom Rogic to thrive at the club under Steve Bruce.

The Lowdown: West Brom sign Rogic

After nine successful years at Celtic., where he made an incredible 272 appearances, the 6 foot 2 Australia international left the Scottish champions this summer upon the expiry of his contract.

Having been without a club since July, earlier this week it was announced that Rogic had signed a one-year deal with the Baggies, with the Championship club having the option to extend this by a further 12 months.

The Latest: McAvennie’s comments

Following Rogic’s unveiling as a West Brom player, McAvennie was questioned over whether the Baggies would be seen as a step down from Celtic in the player’s career.

In response, the pundit told Football Insider: “Not really because he’s nearly 30 now.

“West Brom is a big club. Everyone thought he was going back to Australia or even to America but he obviously still thinks he’s got that competitive streak in him.

“I don’t think he would’ve played much for Celtic, no matter how much he was a wonderful player. The pace the boys are playing now, Tom might have been a bit slow. There will have been options for him, there’s no way he didn’t but he obviously thinks West Brom is the one. He’s got those itchy feet.

“When I left West Ham I went to Hong Kong and it was a great time but the football wasn’t up to my standard and I came back and signed for Celtic.

“Steve Bruce will look after Rogic, I think it’ll be a partnership made in heaven because Rogic is one hell of a player and if Steve Bruce can get the best out of him, it’s only good for them."

The Verdict: Strong signing

Having bagged six goals and six assists in 27 Premiership appearances last season, Rogic's arrival adds an alternative playmaker to Bruce’s struggling squad.

Having amassed 12 games in the Champions League in his career and a further three appearances in the Europa League last season, the 29-year-old has a wealth of experience playing at the highest level.

Therefore, his presence in the Albion XI could add a strong character to the Baggies’ team – something which is needed after their woeful start to the Championship campaign, having won just once in their opening ten league games.

Having been hailed as 'outstanding' by Australia assistant coach Rene Meulensteen, picking up Rogic on a free transfer looks like a masterstroke from West Brom.