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West Ham fear Cheikou Kouyate could miss a chunk of their season after he was rushed to hospital during training.

The Senegalese midfielder is thought to have broken his arm in an accident at the Hammers' Chadwell Heath HQ.

Since signing in the summer, the Senegalese international has established himself as a regular in Sam Allardyce's side, starting 17 Premier League games in midfield and also at centre-half.

The 25-year-old has also scored goals against both Arsenal and Manchester United, and last featured in

While thy are not yet sure on Kouyate's prognosis, the utility man is extremely doubtful for this weekend's London derby at White Hart Lane.