"This is not true. They won't be ready this way. We have to do the same behaviour as we have always done.

"The only other way to prepare is to play well in this game. After the game is finished we have time to prepare for the final.

"I know it's a special game but the best way to prepare is to train every day and play as well as possible."

Newly-crowned club player of the year Etienne Capoue is one player who could make a return against the Hammers after missing the Chelsea game with a minor groin strain.

Gracia added: "He (Capoue) deserves the recognition of the award – he has played really well and has been very important for us.

"Everybody knows he is an amazing player but I think this season he was able to keep consistent, keep his level and show his level the whole season."

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