Mario thumbs up to West Ham

Joao Mario gives a thumbs up sign to reporters as he completed his medical for his West Ham loan yesterday.

The Inter Milan midfielder is expected to be officially announced today and could be available for selection for Saturday as the Hammers travel to Wigan is his registration is processed before midday. However, the likelihood is he will not be risked for the FA Cup and his debut is more likely to be Tuesday night as West Ham take on Crystal Palace at the London Stadium.

David Moyes said yesterday “My biggest concern is not him as a footballer but getting used to the Premier League, the speed and competitiveness compared to Italy or Portugal, his ability as a footballer is not in question, he’s proved it, and I just hope he can hit the ground running. That’s my only concern.”

West Ham has invested close £4m in this loan and will be expecting to see a return on their investment.