Appiah coy on Hammers link

Ghana captain Stephen Appiah has told skysports.com that he expects to be playing for a high-profile club next season, as speculation of a move to West Ham mounts.

The 28-year-old midfielder is currently without a club following his release from Fenerbahce in 2008, and has since been heavily linked with West Ham, Arsenal and Tottenham.

Fitness concerns are believed to have warded potential suitors off signing Appiah so far, but with reports in the media suggesting that the Hammers may have rekindled interest in the former Juventus man, Appiah may yet be a Premier League player next season.

"I am calm," Appiah told skysports.com when asked about a potential move to Upton Park.

"With God's help I will be able to play for a big team soon, in a very good league."