Winston Reid looks certain to return to action for the Irons on Saturday against Everton.
The big defender was sorely missed at the weekend but it now seems he has all but shaken off his hip/thigh injury and is ready to return.
And Angelo Ogbonna is also available to the manager who may get his chance at some stage as the Hammers look to bounce straight back to winning ways.
The good news on Reidy was announced by David Gold who declared this morning to ClaretandHugh that he expects both players to return for the match against the Toffees.
The co chairman is a firm believer in keeping the fans in the picture and after speaking to us declared the ame on Twitter.
He said: “Ogbonna and Reid should be available for Saturday. dg”
Reid last appeared against Sunderland on October 3 in the 2-2 draw but now looks set to resume his key role at central defence although Ogbonna will have to fight for inclusion ahead of James Tomkins.
Just play tomo at right back and oggie can resume at centre half !!!! Simple,
Everton come down the flanks when they can and jenks will be targeted by miralles ,
Cresswell will need protecting too, this is a song game if fit enough or obiang next to kouyate !!! IMO ,