Kieron Dyer is eager to prove his worth to West Ham United Football Club.

The 31-year-old has endured an injury-riddled time at Upton Park, and last month co-owner David Sullivan hinted the midfielder should consider retirement.

Dyer, though, who was once tipped to become a key player for England, is eager to prove his critics wrong, as he looks to cement his place in Gianfranco Zola’s plans.

"If you buy a football club and you are the owners, you say what you want. They are entitled to their opinions,” said the player, who appeared during the 2-1 loss to Bolton Wanderers on Saturday.

"Everyone has forgotten that I probably had a worse leg break than (Arsenal midfielder) Aaron Ramsey and have had four operations to try to get it right.

"I have put in everything I can to get fit for this club but it is not enough for some people. All I can do is get my head down. I have the backing of the manager and hopefully I can get there."

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