West Ham captain Joe Cole could face criminal proceedings after he allegedly punched an opposition player as he left the pitch following Saturday's Premiership defeat at Bolton. Police have refused to rule out further action against the Hammers star following reports of a number of incidents in the tunnel after the game.
In one, 21-year-old Cole, an England international, was allegedly seen punching French defender Bernard Mendy and kicking out and damaging the tunnel, according to a police spokesperson.
His team-mate Rufus Brevett is also under investigation over claims he was involved in an altercation with a police officer, added the spokesperson.
"I will be forwarding a report to the FA about the behaviour of some of the West Ham players and I will await their response," said Superintendent Alan Greene.
Filed by Amanda Fennelly
