Source: SKY_Sports
Zola drops Tristan hint
Gianfranco Zola believes Diego Tristan's good form is strengthening his case to remain with West Ham next season.[LNB] The experienced Spanish hit-man, who is out of contract in the summer, was snapped up by the Hammers last autumn.[LNB]Despite being the wrong side of 30, Zola believes Tristan is making a good argument for securing fresh terms at Upton Park.[LNB]The former Livorno and Real Mallorca hit-man scored the Hammers' winner in their 1-0 success at Stoke City last weekend.[LNB]EnjoymentZola does not necessarily believe the veteran is impressing to win a deal, but that he is playing well because he is enjoying his football.[LNB]"Obviously he has put himself in a strong position," Zola commented when asked whether Tristan would be offered a new deal.[LNB]"I think he is playing for his future, but more than that I would say he is playing because he is enjoying it.[LNB]"I haven't spoken to him but I believe he wants to stay."[LNB]Zola has bemoaned Tristan's lack of fitness upon joining the club, although he has no doubts that the striker possesses the attributes to be one of Europe's finest.[LNB]Conditioning"The problem with Diego was the physical condition," Zola said. "When he first came here in November he wasn't as good as now physically.[LNB]"Other than that Diego Tristan has got everything and he can be a top striker in Europe easily.[LNB]"Don't forget he has been a national player for Spain and has been top scorer in that country for many years.[LNB]"He just lost a little bit of it in the last few years but he is getting back very, very quickly and in the last few games he has been outstanding."[LNB]
