Matthew Upson hopes West Ham United's new owners back manager Gianfranco Zola in the summer market.

"The club is in a really crucial position because we had a positive season and it would be really nice to build on that," he said.

"We have got the right man in charge, the manager has done an excellent job and it would be nice to see him given a bit of spending money, the ability to strengthen the squad and to take the team on.

"I am very positive that the club has got some good financial investment. I want to improve as a player and see the club develop. My future is there, I am very happy enjoying my football under Zola, so the times are good."