9:03am Sunday 31st August 2008
WEST Ham boss Alan Curbishley will look to maintain his sides flying start to the season by trying to tie down Swedish legend Henrik Larsson in a shock loan move.
The former Barcelona frontman completed a similar switch to Manchester United in 2007, and it is thought Curbishley is looking to do the same to strengthen his injury-hit squad before the transfer window shuts on Monday night.
The 36-year-old proved a big hit at Old Trafford, and according to media reports, he could be set for a short spell at Upton Park from Swedish club Helsingborgs IF.
The Hammers have made their best start to a Premier League campaign in nine years, after yesterday's 4-1 thumping of Blackburn made it two wins from three.
And ex-Charlton boss Curbishley is keen to keep the momentum going, as he continues his chase targets including £5million - rated midfielder Stephen Appiah from Fenerbahce.
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