UPDATE FROM IAIN: The official website has confirmed the signing of Antonio Nocerino from AC Milan until the end of the season. More HERE
West Ham appear to be very close to signing a back up striker on loan with Marco Borriello expected to have a medical today with West Ham after flying into London.
In a sign the deal is close Borriello followed West Ham United’s official twitter yesterday then sent a tweet to Roma fans thanking them which looked like a a farewell note.
The medical is expected to take place at Holly House Private Hospital in Buckhurst Hill, Essex. There is a possibility two medicals will take place today according to sources close to the hospital.
Borriello has scored 82 career goals from 290 appearances. 12 of those for Roma from 52 appearances.
Antonio Nocerino signs for West Ham on loan
5.30pm UPDATE:
West Ham United are delighted to announce the loan signing of Marco Borriello from AS Roma More HERE