West Ham set to keep Tevez (19 Jun 2007 10:46 GMT)
Argantinian striker Carlos Tevez is reportedly close to agreeing a new deal to remain at Upton Park.
The West Ham's striker, whose original signing last summer resulted in the Hammers being fined £5.5million for breaching Premier League rules, has been continously linked with a host of Europe's leading clubs.
Hammers chairman Eggert Magnusson is desperate to keep Tevez at the club and reports claim he is close to sealing a £9million deal with Tevez's third-party owners.
Last month, West Ham's Icelandic chairman revealed his desire to keep the player at Upton Park.
"There is bound to be a lot of speculation over the summer about our playing squad. It is normal in a transfer window," he said. "We will work hard over the summer to prepare for next season and that includes keeping our best players who want to play for us. There will be a particular focus on Carlos Tevez and I want him to stay."
"He is a West Ham player, registered with and contracted to the club with three years remaining on a four-year contract," he added.
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