West Ham United boss Avram Grant is confident they can handle Robbie Keane's absence.

The on-loan Tottenham striker is out for a month with injury.

"I must say in a very short time, he has had a big, big impact on the team," the Israeli said.

"He's very positive, his character, he's intelligent in his game, and he's a good player."

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