Scott Parker has confirmed he wants to stay at West Ham but has warned the club's hierarchy he will not endure another miserable season.
The Hammers were in real danger of the drop for much of the campaign and only finished with 35 points, five clear of third from bottom Burnley.
Parker is tied to the Upton Park side until the summer of 2013 and has assured fans of his commitment by stating he is not looking to leave.
However, the ex-Newcastle and Chelsea midfielder insists the club need to get things right on the pitch.
Parker is enthused by the prospect of David Gold and David Sullivan strengthening the squad and hopes there are new arrivals this summer.
"I want to stay here, but that is out of my hands," he told The People.
"I have had a great season and the fans really appreciate me, but at the same time I want to see the club going in the right way.
"I certainly don't want to be involved in another season like this. I think stability is the key factor and the club needs massive investment.
"Hopefully the new owners will do what they have to do, strengthen the squad and we can move forward.
"It is encouraging that they want to bring in so many new players and hopefully they can do that."
