Big Sam's Gut feeling

HAMMER TIME ... Guti is set to join up with West Ham

Published: Today at 00:21

The West Ham manager will take the Spaniard on the club's pre-season tour of Austria.

And if the 35-year-old can prove his fitness he will get a two-year deal at Upton Park.

Guti is available on a free and has been without a club since Turkish side Besiktas released him in November last year.

Barry O'Connor, who looks after Guti's affairs in England, said: "West Ham will make a final decision before the next season starts.

"I cannot discuss what terms could be offered."

Guti has made more than 500 club appearances and is one of Spain's most decorated players.

He won 15 trophies for Real, including three Champions League titles and five La Ligas.

Allardyce wants to add another cool head to his squad as he builds for life in the Premier League.

The Hammers made an immediate return to the top flight last season, doing it the hard way via the play-offs.

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