Blood donations saved me - Davenport

West Ham's Calum Davenport believes blood transfusions probably saved his life.

Davenport suffered heavy bleeding after he was allegedly attacked and stabbed in both legs by his sister's boyfriend with a kitchen knife in Bedford last month.

Writing on his Barclays Premier League club's website, Davenport reports he is "feeling positive" - although he remains in hospital nearly a month on and he said: "I would like to thank anyone who has ever donated blood, because you probably saved my life. I would like to encourage everyone to give blood."

He added: "At the moment I am still in hospital and have quite a long way to go on the road to recovery, but I am feeling positive.

"Thanks to the club, my team-mates and fans, to the club doctors and the amazing staff at Bedford Hospital who have looked after me so well."

The 26-year-old defender wants to say a "heartfelt thank-you" to everyone who has sent messages of support to him and his family.

"I has been a tough time, and the support has been very much appreciated," he added.