However young Sullivan did give hope to thousands of Hammers fans by adding “We hope to have news of a top signing within 48 hours if not sooner” That news is thought to be the announcement of agreement of a loan deal between Barcelona and West Ham for for Alex Song who is rumoured to be traveling to London for a medical. Song is said to be wanted by Spurs, Liverpool and AC Milan but it is West Ham who have emerged the favourites to capture the loan deal.