Jule tidings

LOPETEGUI UP FOR CHERRIES BATTLE

- Andy Williams

WEST HAM boss Julen Lopetegui feels his players must be ready to compete against a demanding Bournemouth side.

Bournemouth are one of the form sides in the Premier League with three successive wins to move within striking distance of the top six.

Cherries head coach Andoni Iraola has already master-minded wins over champions Manchester City and title hopefuls Arsenal at the Vitality Stadium this season.