Michail Antonio will seek to leave West Ham United this summer after the collapse of his relationship with the board and resentment over the club’s handling of a hamstring injury that has ended his season.

The 27-year-old has rejected a new contract due to unhappiness at being offered significantly lower wages than West Ham’s January signings, Robert Snodgrass and José Fonte.

Antonio’s performances have made him a favourite among West Ham supporters, who have already seen Dimitri Payet, the team’s star player, leave amid acrimony this season. Antonio attracted interest from Chelsea during the last transfer window and is determined to force his way out of the London Stadium this summer although, with four years left on his contract, West Ham are in a strong