Mediawatch - 21 October

In the Daily Mail, Hammers manager Sam Allardyce says he believes his side's confidence can cause a shock against Manchester City at the weekend.

Mark Noble hails the strength in depth of West Ham's 'fantastic' squad in this London 24 piece.

The manager says the biggest test for Diafra Sakho and Enner Valencia will come in dealing with their growing reputations in the Evening Standard.

The Guardian Series reports that the Hammers are showing an interest in Manchester United youngster Jesse Lingard.

Meanwhile The Times (£) covers the story of the cost of converting the Olympic Stadium for its new multi-use purpose.

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