West Ham chief David Sullivan promises 'two or three' January transfers

West Ham co-chairman David Sullivan has promised fans “two or three” signings during next month’s transfer window.

Writing in the programme for Wednesday's derby against Arsenal at the London Stadium, Sullivan says manager David Moyes is looking at where to strengthen.

Sullivan said: “David is still weighing up the areas we are short in but you can be rest assured two or three players will be brought in to improve the team. Before then, we have players available again after injury, with more set to return soon, too, so there is competition for places.”

Moyes’ priority is expected to be a defensive midfielder after West Ham failed to sign Sporting Lisbon’s William Carvalho in the summer.

West Ham could be in the market for a striker if, as expected, Diafra Sakho is sold. Championship club Cardiff are reported to be interested in Sakho but could baulk at the £12million asking price.