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Dyer sets Hammers target

25 Jun 2008 - 09:57:59

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Returning midfielder Kieron Dyer believes UEFA Cup qualification is a realistic goal for West Ham United in the coming season.

The England international missed the majority of the last campaign in which the Hammers finished 10th in the final table after suffering a double leg break in August.

The 29-year-old had only made three appearances for Alan Curbishley's side following a £6million summer arrival and his absence was just one of several which plagued the Upton Park club last season.

However after targeting a return during pre-season training, Dyer believes the future could be bright for the Hammers should they avoid another horrendous run of injuries.

"You look at the likes of Everton and Aston Villa and I do believe that we can finish ahead of them if we can keep everyone fit," he told the club's official website.

"The key to their success has been they have had the same starting eleven.

"Let's see if we can get everyone fit and if we can go for a run."