Double boost for Bilic ahead of Palace

Slaven Bilic has received a double boost as he heads into two of the most crucial weeks of his Hammers managerial reign.

Aaron Cresswell is known to be likely to make the squad for the match against Crystal Palace at the weekend but reports are that Diafra Sakho could make a lomg expected return.

According to insiders Sak is ready and pain free after a long haul back to fitness with a much needed change in attitude to go with it.

And even the well respected PhysioRoom. com which tracks Premier League injuries is claiming that he will return on the 15th in time for the Selhurst Park clash.

The site – usually pretty accurate – also claims that Andy Carroll’s long awaited return will happen in time for the Sunderland game the following week whilst Andre Ayew will be back in action on October 30.