Big night for new boys

West Ham United's new boys are all itching to get going and play their part against Ipswich Town this evening.

Cash turnstiles are open as the Hammers look to continue their best start to a league season in 28 years, and manager Sam Allardyce is pondering the inclusion of summer signings David Bentley, Sam Baldock and John Carew.

Bentley has come off the bench in the last three matches, and is pushing hard to get his first start at the Boleyn in the claret and blue. Already a popular presence in the dressing room, Bentley said his approach is always to "work hard with a smile on my face".

He added: "Hopefully West Ham will see the best of me. I want to get back on track here and do well.

"Everyone's goal is to tplay in the Premier League and at the highest level. I have come here and my goal is to get West Ham back there and that is what I am looking to do."

Baldock is eager to take his place in an attack-minded side boasting quality throughout the lineup. "It's exciting times ahead. I think they complement my game and I complement their game. We've all got stuff to offer each other.

"I'm looking to get in the team a little more regularly. I feel ready.

"I'm always looking to start. I've come from playing games regularly so I'm hoping to continue that trend.

"The team's doing well in the formation it is playing and as long as they get the win I'll be happy. But I've not really come here to warm the bench.

"I've backed my own confidence and my own ability to get into what I consider a Premier League club."

Carew is also looking to make a contribution, with the manager considering whether to alternate him with the in-form Carlton Cole after a striking contribution off the bench at the weekend. "I am enjoying my time and hoping to be involved," he said.

"We all want to play but we have lots of games, everybody will get their time on the pitch. I am getting to full fitness and hopefully I am going to play more and more. Everyone is looking forward to the match."