West Ham United's new owners face a battle to keep hold of Matthew Upson.

The Telegraph says the Hammers are willing to countenance offers for Upson who is 30 and who, with less than 18 months left on his deal, has made it apparent that he does not want to sign a new contract.

Hammers co-owner David Sullivan indicated on Tuesday that he felt that the squad was unbalanced, with too many midfielders and not enough strength in attack or in defence.