Zola promises exciting times at West Ham

LONDON: Gianfranco Zola said he wanted to excite West Ham United's fans with an attacking game as he prepared to be named manager of the east London club.

"This is an opportunity in the Premier League and an opportunity I didn't expect, but it's an opportunity I can't turn down," the Italian said.

The 42-year-old former Chelsea and Italy forward is expected to be appointed by West Ham on Wednesday, according to British media reports.