Dyer has had a chequered career as far as injuries go, we don't doubt that. But to suggest the deal fell through because the England international failed a medical is treading dangerous ground, and if I was Dyer I'd be on the phone to my lawyer.
Sunday Mirror: "Kieron Dyer failed a West Ham medical in the countdown to his aborted £6million transfer.
More Rubbish From The Mirror On Dyer Deal!
"While the clubs have been squabbling in the past week over Newcastle's tactics in trying to hike the price by £2million, the Sunday Mirror can reveal the incredible medical background to the deal.
"The 28-year-old midfielder's career has been littered with injuries.
"Dyer underwent a stringent medical after agreeing a four-year contract with the Hammers. The Sunday Mirror is aware of the specific problem that was spotted but has chosen not to make this public.
"Dyer's case was referred by West Ham to a consultant who analysed the player's medical history."