Moyes rejected offer to quit Hammers

– David Moyes (left) turned down an offer from a Premier League rival to carry on with West Ham United but is unsure if the London outfit can match his ambition to fight for a top-half finish, the 55-year-old has said.

The former Manchester United, Everton and Sunderland manager took charge at West Ham in November and has led the club’s rise from the relegation zone to 15th position in the league.

The Scot helped West Ham secure their top-flight status for next season with a 2-0 win at Leicester City last weekend.

“I could have joined another Premier League club during the season,” Moyes told the media.

“I chose not to. But I’ve got other things if my contract is not renewed.

It’s not a problem.”

There is uncertainty surrounding Moyes’ future and he wants assurances from West Ham before he commits to the club.

“I’ve been right for a few clubs and I think I’d be right for many clubs,” he said. “Probably apart from two or three managers there’s nobody who’s got a better win-ratio.

“For most of my seasons, apart from one last year, I’ve been competing at the top six or eight.

“I want to be a manager pushing the top six or eight. I want to make sure I can give the supporters what they crave.”

West Ham finish their season against two of Moyes’ former clubs, against United last night and Everton on Sunday. –