The former Newcastle United and Aston Villa winger joined the Hammers last August, but after only one season at the club is surplus to requirements.

There had been rumours the Peruvian ace would head north for a third spell with Newcastle, but Solano insists that is not a feasible option.

He left St James' Park for family reasons and, despite admitting he hopes to remain in England, insists that situation has not changed.

Geordie hero

"I am looking for another club," he said. "I hope to stay in England for another two years and after that, I will return to Peru.

"Everybody knows what I feel about Newcastle and those fans, but it would be difficult me to ever return there.

"The reason I was forced to leave Newcastle was because of family reasons, and that situation has not changed. But one day, I might be back at Newcastle as manager."

Solano became a Geordie hero during his time on Tyneside and admits that the club holds a special place in his heart.

"I don't really know Kevin Keegan, but when I saw him in action at Upton Park at the end of the season, I was very impressed with him," added the playmaker.

"If there is one man who can turn things around at St James' Park, then that man is Kevin Keegan. No matter where I am in the world, I will be hoping and praying that he does."