Hammers warn Spurs off new Parker bid

16 August 2010 09:02
West Ham have issued a 'hands-off' warning to Tottenham in their hunt for Scott Parker, amid claims they will make an increased £12million bid.[LNB] Spurs boss Harry Redknapp wants the England midfielder to bolster his ranks for a season which includes Champions League football for the first time.[LNB]The White Hart Lane outfit have already had one bid knocked back for the 29-year-old, with the Hammers making it clear that they had no intention of selling Parker for any price.[LNB]To see off further interest, the Hammers are keen to tie the midfielder down on an improved five-year contract, which they believe he will sign on Monday.[LNB]And Hammers co-chairman David Sullivanhas also issued a stark warning to Spurs, saying they will report them if there is further contact.[LNB]He said in the Daily Mail: "I have told Spurs again that he's not available and not to bother us any further or we'll report them to the Premier League."

Source: Team_Talk