New arrivals may not be quite over

West Ham’s major transfer business has been done as we reported over the weekend but don’t be surprised if one or two more players appear before transfer deadline day.

Manuel Pellegrini is still taking a good look at his squad and we are hearing that a couple of fringe players and a back up striker could be on their way to the club.

Midfield is still be examined and although there are no names on the radar the boss remains keen to strengthen in that area.

But it’s the new Andy Carroll injury which has caused most concern and the club are looking at some back-up strike options.

Jordan Hugill is clearly not the answer and with just Arnie and Chicharito available, injury to either of them would obviously prove damaging.

The manager is keen to plug any gaps before the season starts but attracting players of sufficient quality to the club when they know they are unlikely to feature regularly is difficult.

However, the search continues.