- Iron Views reckons talks are advanced with Manchester City’s Micah Richards for a season long loan. When he broke into the Citeh first team he looked the real deal and soon played for England. Perhaps we can get his career back on track. He can play in central defence or as a right back. I’d be really excited by his signing.
- There are strong rumours that former Manchester City striker Valeri Bojinov may be on his way to Upton Park on a few transfer from Levski Sofia. He has been very injury prone in recent seasons, but had a good goals to games ratio last season. Personally I can’t see the logic of this one and doubt it will actually happen.
- Claret & Hugh reckons James Tomkins will be fit for Saturday
- According to the Daily Mail West Ham have asked about taking Corinthians striker Paolo Guerrero on loan with a view to a permanent deal
- The Mail and Mirror allege the Hammers have also revived interest in Boca Juniors left-back Emanuel Insua, 23.