The Premier League encounter between second spot Manchester City and West Ham United has been postponed due to the extreme weather conditions brought about by Storm Ciara in the United Kingdom.

The officials of both clubs agreed to postpone the match that was billed for Sunday, February 09,in the interests of supporter and staff safety, City said.

A statement from Man City read:"Due to extreme and escalating weather conditions and in the interests of supporter and staff safety, today’s match has been postponed.

"This decision has been made by Manchester City’s Safety Officer following consultation with Club stakeholders and officials at West Ham United.

"Further information regarding the rescheduling of today’s match will be published in due course."