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STAT'S A PROBLEM

West Ham face Iron curtain of red tape to move statues of World Cup legends Bobby Moore, Sir Geoff Hurst and Martin Peters to the Olympic Stadium

Bronze figures may stay at the remains of Upton Park for years as local council confirm 'stringent conditions' for moving them

This famous statue of West Hams three famous World Cup winners could face a lonely few years

WEST HAM face a wall of red tape to move the statue of their  World Cup heroes to the Olympic Stadium.

The bronze  of Bobby MooreSir Geoff Hurst and Martin Peters could now stay outside what remains of Upton Park for years.

This famous statue of West Hams three famous World Cup winners could face a lonely few years
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This famous statue of West Ham's three famous World Cup winners with England could face a lonely few years  before being moved to the Olympic Stadium
West Ham legend Bobby Moore skippered England to their most famous triumph at Wembley
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West Ham legend Bobby Moore skippered England to their most famous triumphCredit: Getty Images
Geoff Hurst scores his controversial goal in the World Cup final win of 1966
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Geoff Hurst scores his controversial goal in the World Cup final win of 1966Credit: AP:Associated Press

A  Newham Council aide said: “Stringent conditions have been placed on the relocation of the Champions Sculpture to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park that must be met before any move is agreed.

“Councillors agreed  it could only be moved once a fully funded plan was in place to improve the junction  where the sculpture currently stands after it has been relocated.

Hammers midfielder Martin peters bagged the second goal as England beat West Germany 4-2 in 1966
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Hammers midfielder Martin Peters bagged the second goal as England beat West Germany 4-2 after extra time in the momentous 1966 World Cup final at WembleyCredit: PA IMAGES MOVED ACROSS

“The conditions also included the installation of a piece of public art linking the area to West Ham.”

The Irons want to move the statue, cast by Philip Jackson in 2003 and  depicting England’s heroes lifting the Jules Rimet  Trophy, to their new home.

A spokesperson said: “It holds a special place in the heart of West Ham fans and it has always been our aspiration to see it proudly displayed at our new home.

“Its relocation has received widespread backing among the supporter base.”

The Hammers  will play their first game at the Olympic Stadium on Thursday — a Europa League qualifier second leg against Slovenians NK Domzale.

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