West Ham striker Zavon Hines is likely to miss the rest of the season after undergoing knee surgery.
The 21-year-old, who has not played since 5 December, scored twice in 15 first-team appearances this season.
"I am just looking to work as hard as I can to get back," the England under-21 player told the club's website.
West Ham say they hope to wrap up a loan deal for Blackburn forward Benni McCarthy and the signing of an unnamed Brazilian striker on Monday.
Manager Gianfranco Zola acknowledged the absence of Hines was a blow for a side which has only scored twice in their last five matches.
"It is a real pity for us to have lost Zavon," said Zola.
"He is still young and hopefully his recovery will go well."
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