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Former West Ham United skipper Steve Lomas is back at the club after being named as their new reserve team manager.

Avram Grant has revealed how man-of-the-match Scott Parker was a huge injury doubt 24 hours before West Ham's 3-1 win over Liverpool.

Julian Faubert has blasted West Ham, accusing them of tarnishing his name after he missed the clash against Birmingham.

Matthew Upson is back in light training as he looks to overcome an Achilles injury but he is not expected to play against Liverpool.

West Ham striker Demba Ba has revealed how a brief spell with Watford as a youngster sparked his interest in returning to England.

On-loan Tottenham striker Robbie Keane has turned to an ice chamber in a bid to speed up his recovery from a calf injury.

West Ham are hoping to land striker Victor Obinna on a free transfer when his loan at the club comes to an end in the summer.

Matthew Upson has insisted he will be back playing for West Ham before the end of the season despite fears about his Achilles injury.

Avram Grant says he is keen to return to Wembley in the FA Cup this year having narrowly missed out on the Carling Cup final.

West Ham will be without Matthew Upson for the FA Cup clash with Burnley amid rumours the defender has a season-ending injury.

Avram Grant could be set to hand striker Benni McCarthy a rare first team start against Burnley in the FA Cup on Monday night.

Avram Grant has been handed an injury boost as German international Thomas Hitzlsperger played for the reserves in midweek.

Barry Hearn is said to be consulting lawyers about the prospect of launching a judicial review over the Olympic Stadium.

Demba Ba's partnership with Carlton Cole will save West Ham from the dreaded drop, according to the striker.

Avram Grant believes the Hammers are on track and claims when they move to the Olympic Stadium they will have a good Premiership team.

Robbie Keane and Jack Collison are turning to an ice chamber in an effort to return to fitness sooner rather than later.

Sports Minister Hugh Robertson is happy with the bidding process for the Olympic Stadium and is set to give West Ham final approval.

Julian Dicks is set for a return to West Ham after two stints at Upton Park as a player with a coaching role now in the offing.

Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp has voiced his concerns about West Ham's atmosphere after their successful Olympic Stadium bid.

West Ham have, as expected, won their battle with Tottenham to become the preferred bidders for the Olympic stadium.

Hammers boss Avram Grant will hand Robbie Keane a late fitness test ahead of the clash with West Brom on Sunday due to a calf injury.

West Ham have beaten Spurs to the Olympic stadium and are set to be named preferred bidders on Friday, according to the BBC.

West Ham have been handed a boost on the injury front as Thomas Hitzlsperger played for an hour of the reserve match on Wednesday

Despite renewed pressure on his position as manager Avram Grant has the full backing of the players, according to Winston Reid.

West Ham midfielder Thomas Hitzlsperger is set to end six months on injury hell when he runs out for the Hammers reserves on Wednesday.

Striker Benni McCarthy has been told he is too slow for the first team after he failed to make the 25-man Premier League squad.

Midfielder Scott Parker believes the win at Blackpool on Wednesday should be the the catalyst for survival this season.

New signing Demba Ba is pushing to make his debut against Birmingham on Sunday but he may have to wait for his chance.

Avram Grant believes his side have now turned the corner after the win at Blackpool lifted them off the foot of the table.

West Ham may hand debuts to new signings Robbie Keane, Demba Ba and Gary O'Neil in tonight's vital clash at Blackpool.

West Ham were said to be one of a number of clubs who failed in a late move to land Shaun Wright Phillips on loan from Manchester City.