West Ham United have ruled out Ravel Morrison returning to the club.

The People says former Manchester United starlet Morrison has been sent back to West Ham from Championship club Cardiff, where he was on loan.

And that has proved the last straw for the Hammers, who have finally run out of patience with the gifted midfielder.

If a buyer cannot be found for the 21-year-old, then the club could even explore the option of cancelling his contract.

His deal - which contained an £18million release clause - expires at the end of the season.