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West Ham hope to complete the signing of Robert Green in time for the QPR keeper to go straight into the side on Saturday.

Green, 35, has already agreed terms on a deal to return to the club where he spent six years between 2006 and 2012.

The Irons’ no.1 Adrian will miss the match against Bournemouth as he begins serving a three-match ban for his clattering of Leicester forward Jamie Vardy last weekend.

Green will need to be registered by midday on Friday in order to be eligible to play against the Cherries at Upton Park.

It is understood the Hammers are confident that the deal will be completed by the deadline.

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In addition, Mirror Sport understands West Ham's current reserve keeper Darren Randolph is heading for QPR to compete for the no.1 slot with new signing Alex Smithies.

The Championship club had been initially reluctant to allow Green to leave, but the ex-England international has been keen on a move.

Adrian is growing in stature at Upton Park, where he is gaining a reputation as one of the best shot-stoppers in the league.

West Ham believe the arrival of Green will provide him with good competition and them with experienced cover.