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West Ham release surprise statement on Dimitri Payet
WEST HAM co-owner David Gold says Dimitri Payet is not for sale - despite the player’s determination to force through a transfer.
Fan alleges Payet is leaving West Ham to be with his family
Payet is on strike as he tries to secure a move away from West Ham this month.
Express Sport understands Manchester United, Chelsea and Arsenal are all interested in the France international.
But Gold wants the club to retain their playmaker.
"I am saddened by the recent revelations that Dimitri Payet wants to leave West Ham United," he told West Ham’s official website.
"We have met all of his requirements since he joined and we committed long-term to him when we gave him a new five-year contract back in February 2016, so this is hugely disappointing.
"We have made it clear that he is not for sale and we want to see some loyalty from him, after Slaven, the players and all the fans have given him so much support.
West Ham want Dimitri Payet to remain at the club
Payet wants to leave West Ham this month
"We gave Dimitri the opportunity to play in the best league in the world when he wasn't in the France team and a platform that has helped him become one of the best players in Europe.
"Slaven gave him the confidence to excel in the Premier League and he got back into the France team due to his impressive form at West Ham United. He signed a long-term contract last year and we want him to honour that."
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