Grant to stay at West Ham until end of season

Martin O’Neill had been lined up to replace Grant, but after leaks that the Israeli was to be replaced by the former Aston Villa manager, he ruled himself out of joining the club.

West Ham have today issued a statement confirming that they had faith in Grant in a remarkable turnaround.

“The club are committed to retaining Avram Grant as manager and have identified potential transfer targets to give us the best possible chance of retaining Premier League status.”