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Tomas took a while to settle down at the heart of the Hammers' defence, but has impressed overall. In his first three games since he arrived in the Premiership from Fiorentina he was sent off twice. However, both of those performances were largely impressive, with the sending offs more a case of learning the hard way.
Since he arrived, and even more so since James took over in goal, Christian Dailly's game has improved massively. Tomas' hard tackles will leave an impression on many an opponent, and he is good in the air too. His main fault may well be his over-enthusiasm, or occasional concentration lapse, but he more than makes up for it elsewhere.
Here next season? Wise buy...9/10
Ian Pearce
Glenn said at the start of the season that Ian was one of the players currently at the Boleyn that was very much in his plans, and it would have been a huge disappointment for both men that he has been unavailable for most of it. Having only recently returned from that very serious knee injury, he has featured in three games so far, and there may be more appearances before the end of the season.
He has admitted that he won't be playing his best football until August, following a full pre-season training schedule, but he will almost certainly still be part of Glenn's plans. In the matches that he has played, it is worthy of note that West Ham have won 2, and lost 1. He hasn't looked the player that he once was with us, but after such a long rest, it will take time. He'll get there though.
Here next season? In Glenn's plans...9/10
Rigobert Song
One of Harry Redknapp's less inspiring purchases, but one that might just have a happy ending. Arriving at Upton Park shortly after the departure of Rio Ferdinand for £2.5m (£0.1m less than Liverpool paid for him just 18 months earlier), he had a couple of good games, most notably the home victory over 'Boro last season.
However, his mistakes often proved costly, and the fans weren't having any of it. With appearances few and far between under Glenn, and the arrival of Tomas Repka pushing him further down the pecking order, Song left on loan to FC Cologne almost a year to the day after he arrived. He has been causing a stir in Germany, with rumours of £3m-£5m bids in the pipeline come the end of the season. He's one that Glenn will be pleased to part with.
Here next season? Germany beckons...1/10
Steve Potts
The longest serving Hammer, having been at West Ham since a youth trainee in 1984, Steve is one of a dying breed of footballers. His appearances have been dwindling for several seasons, with none under Glenn, and only 11 during Harry Redknapp's final year - and most of those being as a substitute.
For those reasons, it is not unreasonable to expect Steve to want to leave at the end of the season, although he may decide to stay should Glenn make him a better offer - something which would seem unlikely. A Hammer through-and-through, it'll be a shame to see him go, but he isn't out of the same mould as many modern defenders, and might serve football better elsewhere.
Here next season? A Hammer, but wanting football...5/10
Sebastien Schemmel
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Sebastien was Glenn's first signing after taking over as manager. Some fans may point out that it was Harry Redknapp who brought the young Frenchman to Upton Park on loan last season, but in fact he was brought in on Glenn's recommendation.
His determination is one of his better attributes, and with his hard work he has endeared himself to the fans at Upton Park. He is often to be seen going forward down the right flank, and linking up with the midfield well. He has had a part to play in several goals this season, and was a bargain buy at under half a million.
Here next season? Hammer of the Year?...10/10
Ragnvald Soma
Another who arrived in the wake of Rio Ferdinand's departure for a seemingly bargain £800,000, Raggy has failed to make an impression in claret and blue. He has only featured in four games since his arrival, including this season's maulings at Everton and Blackburn.
He recently admitted on the club's site that he is probably looking to move on in the summer, where first team football would be on the agenda:
"I will look for other places because I want to play football," he says, "but I don't want to rush anything as I want to find the place that is right for me and so things turn out okay for everyone.
"I haven't said I want to go before the transfer deadline because that is too soon, I can't really say I think anything will come up by then. It will be a little bit more about seeing what happens in the summer."
If Glenn can get over a million for the young Norwegian, he'll be allowed to leave I'm sure, with Glenn looking to spend in the off-season.
Here next season? Wanting out asap...2/10
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Nigel has increased competition since Roeder brought Vladimir Labant in earlier this year. However, despite the arrival of a new, younger model, Glenn has stuck with Nigel for the most part. Although he is 38, he is playing with the heart and passion of one years younger - and that might earn him an extra year on his contract.
However, with Republic of Ireland youngster Shaun Byrne probably staying at West Ham next season, competition will be increasingly tough for the left-back spot. As such, and with a desire for first team football high on his list of priorities, Nige may decide to leave Upton Park this summer.
Here next season? Off for first team football...4/10
The fourth part of this series of articles, looking at the West Ham midfield will be online after the weekend.
To read our opinion on the first half of defenders, click here.
To read about Hammers in goal, click here.