McCarthy's Hammers move delayed

29 January 2010 12:50
The clubs have agrred a fee for the South Africa striker but there has been a hold-up over McCarthy's permit which is due to expire when his Blackburn contract runs out in 18 months.[LNB]It means McCarthy will not be available to play for the Hammers when Blackburn travel to Upton Park on Saturday.[LNB]Allardyce said: "It's close to him finally becoming a West Ham player. It's a work permit situation, that's the only hiccup and that should be resolved by Sunday."[LNB]McCarthy infuriated Allardyce but not turning up for training in order to force through a move but Rovers midfielder David Dunn said McCarthy would not "lose much sleep" over leaving the club under a cloud.[LNB]Dunn said: "Sometimes things like that happen, it's perhaps not always the best way but I'm sure Benni will not lose too much sleep over it.[LNB]"There has been a bit of attention on Benni over the last week but maybe he feels this is the right career move for him.[LNB]"He has been a good goalscorer for the club and is a good lad as well so I wish him all the best."[LNB][LNB] Transfer Specials. Click here to bet.  

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