West Ham United statement

Following a great deal of speculation in the media, West Ham United have issued the following statement:

"Our shareholder CB Holding has made it clear it would like to find new owners for the club in the next three years and that is still the case.

"In recent months we have had a number of approaches from parties interested in investing in West Ham United. The club have held a number of discussions with those parties and the talks are ongoing.

"CB Holding is not under pressure to conclude an agreement in the immediate future, but the club will keep supporters informed of any developments when appropriate."