WEST Ham skipper Nigel Reo-Coker's future should be resolved in the next few weeks according to his advisor.

The 22-year-old midfielder handed in a transfer request last week after an unsatisfactory meeting about his future with the the club's board.

His advisor Tony Finnigan said: "At the end of the day he never felt wanted but I am sure he will have a bright future elsewhere."

He added: "I am surprised that a 22-year-old Londoner who is captain of his club is being allowed to leave. I said in January, Nigel would get his head down and work to keep West Ham in the Premiership and that is exactly what he did with 100 per cent commitment."

Spurs, Villa and Newcastle are thought to be among the clubs considering a bid.