Despite the high-profile revelations last season from West Ham’s owners about the level of debt at the club, it seems they are willing to spend even more money to ensure there is no repeat of the Premier League relegation battle of the last campaign.

They have already signed Thomas Hitzlsperger, while the likes of Juan Roman Riquelme, Sylvain Marveaux, Vincent Enyeama and Loic Remy have all been linked with possible moves to Upton Park.

Brazilian Santos club confirmed this week that they had rejected a £12 million bid from West Ham for their striker Neymar, as it seems that the Hammers are looking to beat the likes of Real Madrid, Inter Milan and Manchester City to the forward’s signature.

The football odds suggest West Ham could struggle again next season, but new faces should secure their Premier League position.

Although the club have been looking at spending in South America, it also seems they are also determined to land their transfer targets closer to home as they have had an increased offer for West Brom midfielder Graham Dorrans turned down by the club.

The Scottish player was highly impressive in helping his club get back into the Premier League and West Ham had already made a bid back in April, which was promptly turned down by West Brom.

West Brom sporting and technical director Dan Ashworth has sent a message to West ham by stating he wanted to “make it clear again that Graham Dorrans is not for sale”.

Despite the fact that West Ham keep having their bids turned down, it could be seen as positive that they are willing to spend to attract high calibre players to Upton Park.

However, it seems that some players could be on the way out. Matthew Upson, who was part of the England side which failed to live up to their take of third favourites in the 2010 World Cup betting, has been linked with a move to Sunderland.

After a Premier League relegation battle to forget last season, a few fresh faces are likely to be welcomed by the majority of fans.