Boost for Moyes ahead of Arsenal
The big midfelder has been struggling with a hamstring injury and missed the win over Chelsea at the weekend but manager David Moyes believes a quick return may well be on the cards.
Speaking at the pre-match presser he said: “Cheik has returned to training a little bit so we’re hoping to get him back quite quickly. Chicha and Andy were back on the bench, but Collins is not ready.
“We’re pretty much as we were, aside from Edi Fernandes hurting his ankle in training.”
It looks likely that Kouyate could be the only change with him possibly captain Mark Noble possibly making way although that would be a tough decision given the captain’s display at the weekend.
Adrian looks certain to stay between the sticks with the manager saying: ” “I’m sure Joe will give Adrian all the respect from his position.
“He’s good in the dressing room, he’s a good guy and his experience is important and he’ll play a lot of games for West Ham between now and the end of the season.”
“I hope Adrian keeps playing well, but there will be games for Joe. I’m really pleased I have two good goalkeepers. Joe is here and if I’m correct I don’t think his loan contract allows him to go back.
“My job is to pick the West Ham team and not the England team.”