The West Ham United captain could find himself up against both Brett Emerton and Vince Grella as the Hammers face Paul Ince's team.

Neill seems to relish taking on his old club and in his column for West Ham's official website said: "we welcome the staff, players and fans from Blackburn and in particular for me, friends that I have shared good memories with.

"I have had three wins from three against my former club and I'm confident this weekend we can make it four."

Rovers are hoping to receive international clearance to allow Grella to make his first start in English football.