Roeder’s recovery will boost Hammers, says Gale

WEST HAM old boy Tony Gale believes Glenn Roeder’s release from intensive care yesterday will inspire his players in Saturday’s massive London derby with Chelsea at Upton Park.

The Hammers boss, 47, collapsed eight days ago and is now preparing for neurosurgery before his expected return to work, possibly as early as mid-June.

In his absence, non-executive director Trevor Brooking has been appointed caretaker manager for the final three games of the season.