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West Ham boost as Diafra Sakho returns to full training after back injury as Andy Carroll and Arthur Masuaku also near return to fitness

West Ham striker Diafra Sakho is taking part in full training for the first time this season on Tuesday and should be available after the international break.

The 26-year-old has not played for West Ham so far this season because of a back problem but the Senegal international is joining the first team at their training ground ahead of schedule.

Sakho’s return to full fitness after the break will be a boost to Slaven Bilic, whose West Ham side sit fourth bottom in the Premier League.

West Ham striker Diafra Sakho is closing in on a return to full fitness following a back injury
West Ham striker Diafra Sakho is closing in on a return to full fitness following a back injury
Sakho, seen here scoring against Man United last season, hasn't yet featured this campaign
Sakho, seen here scoring against Man United last season, hasn't yet featured this campaign

The players had Monday off after their 2-0 loss to Everton on Sunday, but are now preparing to play Stoke City before the international break begins.