Source: Daily_Mail
Avram Grant wants West Ham turmoil forgotten and to focus on relegation fight
Avram Grant is determined to put a turbulent week behind him despite continued doubt over his position as West Ham manager.[LNB]Grant appeared to be on his way out of Upton Park following Saturday's 3-0 defeat by Arsenal amid speculation he was set to be replaced by Martin O'Neill.[LNB]Earlier this week the Hammers released a statement saying Grant retains their full support, though reports suggested that came after O'Neill had turned down the job.[LNB] Hanging by a thread: Grant looked certain to be heading for the exit but is now hoping to save the Hammers' season[LNB]The club's conduct has generated considerable sympathy for Grant, but the Israeli today refused to discuss his personal situation ahead of tomorrow's Barclays Premier League clash with Everton.[LNB]'What's happened has happened off the pitch and for me it belongs in the past,' said Grant.[LNB]'What's important for West Ham, the fans and everybody is to concern ourselves with what happens on the pitch.[LNB]'We have problems that we need to deal with and not discuss the past. Tomorrow we have a game against Everton.[LNB]'I need to do my job in football and not think about other problems. My personal issue is not the problem.[LNB]'It's my problem, it's not the problem of everyone. It's not important to talk about what Avram feels or doesn't feel.[LNB]'I feel that I need to do my job and that I'm the manager here. We need to take points because I believe we can get out of relegation.[LNB]'My personal matter is not important. The team is more important than anybody.' West Ham captain Parker insists club are 'perfect' for Olympic StadiumHarry Redknapp: West Ham's plans for Olympic Stadium would turn it 'into a graveyard'Spurs v West Ham: the key points in battle to take over the Olympic StadiumAll the latest West Ham news, features and opinion [LNB]
