Davenport 'serious' after stabbing

Davenport: Surgery

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West Ham defender Calum Davenport has undergone surgery after suffering serious stab wounds.

The 26-year-old and his mother were involved in an incident late on Friday night at his home in Bedford.

They were taken to hospital and Davenport's injuries to both his legs required surgery on Saturday morning, while is mother is reported to be recovering.

The Hammers have released a brief statement on their official website and are in continuous contact with the hospital where Davenport is being treated.

The statement read: "West Ham United can conform that Calum Davenport was being treated in hospital on Saturday afternoon after an incident late on Friday night.

"The 26-year-old defender and his mum both suffered stab wounds at home in Bedford.

"His mum is recovering while Calum underwent surgery this morning and his injuries were described as serious by doctors.

"The club's medical team are in contact with hospital staff.

"The thoughts of everyone at West Ham are with Calum and his family and, due to the ongoing police investigation, no further information will be released at this time."

A 25-year-old man was later arrested in Derby on suspicion of attempted murder by detectives investigating the stabbing of Davenport and his mother.

Bedfordshire Police said the man was due to be escorted to Bedford for questioning.

A spokeswoman for the force said a 19-year-old man arrested earlier remains in custody in the town's Greyfriars police station.