West Ham United: September 2010 Archives

Forgotten man Benni McCarthy says a move to the 2012 Olympic Stadium in London would be great for the club.

West Ham are keeping an eye on Bournemouth's Marc Pugh and could launch a January bid to sign the highly-rated midfielder.

West Ham may be boosted by the return of midfielder Kieron Dyer for Saturday's game with Fulham after he came off against Tottenham.

Danny Gabbidon says he is desperate to show he is still the same player he was before his injury nightmare in a bid to earn a new deal.

The Football Association have decided not to punish West Ham goalkeeper Robert Green over a gesture towards the press box on Saturday.

West Ham are interested in signing former Celtic goalkeeper Artur Boruc from Italian side Fiorentina, according to reports in Spain.

Avram Grant claimed Rob Green answered his critics perfectly after an impressive performance in West Ham's 1-0 win against Tottenham.

Avram Grant claims he prefers to be under pressure all the time at West Ham otherwise it would 'damage' his managerial abilities.

Frederic Piquionne scores the only goal as West Ham win for the first time under Avram Grant to move them off the bottom of the league.

The Ghana Football association have confirmed that ex-West Ham boss Gianfranco Zola has applied for their coaching vacancy.

Matthew Upson, Danny Gabbidon, Herita Ilunga and Winston Reid are all back in contention for places against Spurs this weekend.

Frederic Piquionne is confident West Ham can finish in the Premier League's top-10, despite their poor start to the season.

Avram Grant has again highlighted the importance of West Ham keeping 'the very, very positive' Scott Parker at Upton Park.

Avram Grant believes Frederic Piquionne and Victor Obinna are starting to show their quality and feels the Hammers' style suits them.

Avram Grant says West Ham's current points tally is a false reflection on their performances and is "optimistic" about the future.

Victor Obina says there is a good chance he could turn his loan move from Inter Milan into a permanent one next summer.

Benni McCarthy says he is itching to start against Sunderland in the Carling Cup as Avram Grant prepares to name a strong first eleven.

Scott Parker has told his West Ham team-mates to be prepared for a 'tough season' and said there is 'no hiding place' for anyone.

Radoslav Kovac is hoping to stay in the West Ham side at Sunderland in the Carling Cup on Tuesday after an impressive run-out at Stoke.

West Ham United battled hard to secure their first point of the season in a 1-1 draw against Stoke City at the Britannia Stadium.

Swansea City have secured the services of West Ham striker Frank Nouble on a three-month loan deal on Friday.

West Ham are hoping Thomas Hitzlsperger and Danny Gabbidon can feature at Stoke on Saturday as they have no fresh injury worries.

Juventus are lining up a January transfer window bid for unsettled West Ham United midfielder Valon Behrami.

Former Real Madrid coach Carlos Queiroz is ready to listen to offers and West Ham could be looking in his direction soon.

West Ham have confirmed that manager Avram Grant will miss Saturday's game with Stoke to observe the Jewish holiday of Yom Kippur.

James Tomkins says he is eager to force his way back into the first team after featuring for the reserves on Tuesday night.

Juventus have become the latest club to show an interest in Valron Behrami who looks set to leave the club in January.

Avram Grant and Tal Ben Haim have reportedly been given permission by West Ham to miss Saturday's game at Stoke to observe Yom Kippur.

Defender Matthew Upson has admitted West Ham have made a "shocking" start to the season but insists now is not the time to panic.

Liverpool are being linked with a January swoop on West Ham to land striker Carlton Cole and the versatile Valon Behrami.

Chelsea left Upton Park with all three points despite a complacent second half performance against West Ham.

West Ham boss Avram Grant has rejected speculation he will walk away from the club after a slow start to the season.

Thomas Hitzlsperger is again set to be missing for West Ham's visit of Chelsea on Saturday, but Robert Green should be back in goal.

Kieron Dyer has been told that he can have a new contract at West Ham but only if he proves his fitness this season.

Key midfielder Scott Parker has signed a new contract at West Ham until 2014 to end speculation over his future.

Rovers defender Pascal Chimbonda has now insisted he would welcome a new deal at Ewood Park if an offer was put on the table.

Avram Grant has revealed he had hoped for more money to spend as Hammers boss, but admits the owners are doing their best.

West Ham boss Avram Grant says all the fans are behind the team as they search for their first points of the season.

West Ham are one of a number of clubs being linked with a January swoop for Stoke's Turkish international striker Tuncay Sanli.

Jack Collison has backed Avram Grant to turn around West Ham's season after the bad start to the campaign.

David Sullivan has denied reports claiming boss Avram Grant has got three games to save his job at West Ham.

West Ham co-owner David Sullivan has insisted boss Avram Grant's position is not under threat after a poor start.

West Ham will be without summer signing Thomas Hitzlsperger for two more weeks - scotching hopes of a first start against Chelsea.

Valon Behrami has revealed his disappointment at failing to secure a move to Roma, but vowed to 'give everything' to West Ham.

West Ham co-owner David Sullivan says the loan system needs reviewing as it's 'madness' they can only borrow two England-based players.

West Ham are believed to have turned down the chance to sign Everton's Yakubu after the Toffees asked for £5million for the striker.

West Ham are set to receive a big boost following the news that Thomas Hitzlsperger could make his debut against Chelsea.

Italian club Cesena have revealed Valron Behrami rejected a move amid claims he has a deal in place to join a bigger club in January.

Avram Grant has confirmed that Liverpool did express an interest in signing West Ham striker Carlton Cole on transfer deadline day.

West Ham are awaiting Premier League approval after agreeing a deadline day deal with Blackburn for right-back Lars Jacobsen.

Forgotten man Benni McCarthy says a move to the 2012 Olympic Stadium in London would be great for the club.

West Ham are keeping an eye on Bournemouth's Marc Pugh and could launch a January bid to sign the highly-rated midfielder.

West Ham may be boosted by the return of midfielder Kieron Dyer for Saturday's game with Fulham after he came off against Tottenham.

Danny Gabbidon says he is desperate to show he is still the same player he was before his injury nightmare in a bid to earn a new deal.

The Football Association have decided not to punish West Ham goalkeeper Robert Green over a gesture towards the press box on Saturday.

West Ham are interested in signing former Celtic goalkeeper Artur Boruc from Italian side Fiorentina, according to reports in Spain.

Avram Grant claimed Rob Green answered his critics perfectly after an impressive performance in West Ham's 1-0 win against Tottenham.

Avram Grant claims he prefers to be under pressure all the time at West Ham otherwise it would 'damage' his managerial abilities.

Frederic Piquionne scores the only goal as West Ham win for the first time under Avram Grant to move them off the bottom of the league.

The Ghana Football association have confirmed that ex-West Ham boss Gianfranco Zola has applied for their coaching vacancy.

Matthew Upson, Danny Gabbidon, Herita Ilunga and Winston Reid are all back in contention for places against Spurs this weekend.

Frederic Piquionne is confident West Ham can finish in the Premier League's top-10, despite their poor start to the season.

Avram Grant has again highlighted the importance of West Ham keeping 'the very, very positive' Scott Parker at Upton Park.

Avram Grant believes Frederic Piquionne and Victor Obinna are starting to show their quality and feels the Hammers' style suits them.

Avram Grant says West Ham's current points tally is a false reflection on their performances and is "optimistic" about the future.