NO, it's not an interview with legendary singer Tina Turner!

It's our weekly feature in which we get up close and personal with the Albion players to find out who or what tops their charts.

Each week, you'll be able to read one of the Hawthorns troops' answers to ten probing questions as we delve into their colourful careers and find out what tickles their fancy in their leisure time.

Today, we chat to new loan signing, Reading defender Sam Sodje.

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Q1: Simply the best match you've ever played in?

SS: I've played in quite a few good games but the one that really stands out for me is when I was at Brentford and played against Southampton. It was an FA Cup fifth-round tie at St Mary's in 2005. Southampton were a Premiership team then so it was a very big deal! We came from 2-0 down to draw which led to a replay. I scored the equaliser so it was a great game for me.

Q2: Simply the best meal you've eaten?

SS: I love Nigerian food, especially the pasta, which is why I also like Italian food. My favourite restaurant is Ask. Whenever I go anywhere new, I try to find an Ask restaurant so I can have a meal there!

Q3: Simply the best player you've played against?

SS: I'd say Liverpool striker Dirk Kuyt. He is very good! As a defender, his movement is hard to keep up with, but I tried my best! I've faced him twice this season and he scored both goals when Liverpool beat us in the league at Anfield in November.

Q4: Simply the best holiday destination?

SS: I love going back home to Nigeria, but I also have family in America. I often got to LA to visit them, which makes it a great holiday.

Q5: Simply the best player you've played with?

SS: I'd say John Salako when we were together at Brentford. He was good not just because of his ability but because of his professionalism. He was someone to look up to. He worked very hard.

Q6: Simply the best practical joker?

SS: Glen Little at Reading. He does not stop talking! I don't know anyone that talks as much as him. I think he must also talk in his sleep! He often makes fun of me but I can take it!

Q7: Simply the best book you've read?

SS: Nelson Mandela's autobiography is very good. You learn about his background, lifestyle and rise from being a prisoner to becoming president of South Africa. I like this book because it reflects a lot about my home country.

Q8: Simply the best captain you've played with?

SS: Stewart Talbot at Brentford. He is a top pro. He didn't try to be a 'big man'. He would always speak to the young players and get involved with everyone. He really understood players and was one of us. He was a very good leader so I learned a lot from him.

Q9: Simply the best match you've ever watched?

SS: I grew up in Nigeria, who won gold at the 1996 Olympics. We beat Brazil 4-3 in the semis and Argentina 3-2 in the final. They are possibly the best matches I have ever watched. I also loved the 1996 FA Cup final between Manchester United and Liverpool when Eric Cantona scored a late winner.

Q10: Simply the best car you've ever owned?

SS: I like big cars! I've got a Range Rover Sport at the moment, so I'd say that's my favourite car.