Former Fulham keeper Lastuvka in talks with West Ham

The Shakhtar Donetsk goalkeeper had a spell with Fulham but was unable to win a place in the first team.

Rare outing: Liverpool's Steven Gerrard scores after he follows in his penalty which was blocked by Fulham keeper Lastuvka in December 2006

Meanwhile are said to be considering a move for tough-tackling Argentina defender Fabricio Coloccini - but could face competition from for his signature.

The 26-year-old Deportivo La Coruna star has previously been linked with the likes of Liverpool, Manchester City and Spurs, as well as Spanish giants Barcelona and Real Madrid.