West Ham ‘braced for cat-kicker Zouma to be prosecuted’ with RSPCA investigation ending

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West Ham United are braced for cat-kicker Kurt Zouma's prosecution with the investigation by the RSPCA nearing its conclusion.The shamed Irons centre-back, 27, is currently the subject of an animal cruelty inquiry after footage was posted online by brother, Yoan, 23, of him physically abusing his feline pet.The horrifying film showed Zouma slapping and kicking the cat which has since been seized by the RSPCA whilst the investigation is ongoing.It is believed the charitable organisation has inspected the pet to see if there is evidence of a history of abuse.And according to the Daily Mail, the investigation is close to being finalised.The report states that the Hammers are braced for Zouma to be prosecuted with sanctions likely to be imposed on the French star.Though it is not clear as of yet what the sanctions would actually entail for Zouma.It's claimed the inquiry will not only have repercussions for the Premier League high-flyers but also for Dagenham and Redbridge in the National League.HAVE YOUR SAY!

Should Kurt Zouma face further sanctions for his cat-kicking video? Let us know in the comments section.Like his older sibling, Yoan is a professional footballer and was temporarily suspended by the non-league side in February following the social media meltdown that ensued from the video.After four games without featuring, the 23-year-old made his return to the squad on Tuesday evening as an unused substitute against Yeovil Town.It is expected that Yoan will also face sanctions for his role in filming the shocking video.Want to be on the ball with all of the latest football news?Well then sign up for the brilliant Daily Star football email newsletter!From the latest transfer news to the agenda-setting stories, get it.