O'Neil's future in doubt

Disastrous news. Today's Daily Telegraph reports that Gary O'Neil has ripped ligaments in his ankle and his career could be over. It is 50/50 whether he will play again and he is considering suing our old friend Nigel Reo-Coker over the tackle that caused the injury on Saturday.

With Parker out against Chelsea too it's looking bad. It's time for Hitzlsperger and Noble to take responsibility and maybe Obinna to produce some flair. Thee might even be a case for recalling Kovac to add a bit of bulk in midfield. And what are the odds Torres breaks his duck against us?

Desperately seeking Martin

Today's Guardian claims West Ham are fighting to placate Martin O'Neill and save the alleged deal to become WHU manager after he was seriously angered by the leaking of his imminent appointment on Saturday morning.

The leaks to the press and the sub-The Thick of It briefings from our mystery mole are becoming increasingly embarrrassing.

Is this any way to run a football club? It cost £1.5 million to sack Zola — plus the club's reputation for fairness through a ridiculous allegation of misconduct — and Grant could cost a further £4 million in compensation if he's fired.

If O'Neill does pull out then we've surely got what we deserved.