Livid Charlie Austin hits back at ‘outrageous’ David Sullivan slur

Charlie Austin has hit back at an “outrageous slur” from West Ham owner David Sullivan after he said signing the player would be a big risk for the club.

The 26-year-old QPR striker has been linked with a host of Premier League clubs over the summer after scoring 18 goals as the Hoops dropped out of the top flight last season.

West Ham are one of several sides who have reportedly looked to make a move for Austin but QPR have not budged from their £15m (€21m) valuation.