West Ham want Micah Richards at Upton Park

West Ham want Micah Richards at Upton Park

According to Daily Mail, West Ham manager Sam Allardyce wants to sign the English right-back to the club.

The defender has been suffering with injuries and to find a starting place in the Manchester City squad for a long time. He has just made 10 appearances in this season.

Richards has just one year left in his contract and is willing to move on in search of regular games.

However, the player's £80,000-a-week wage amount will prove to act has a hindrance.

Phil Bardsley in action for Sunderland

The club is also considering Sunderland right-back Phil Bardsley, who has a deal at the Stadium of Light which expires at the end of this season..