West Ham News: David Moyes’ side set sights on Lucas Digne – originally posted on Sportslens.com West Ham are interested in signing Lucas Digne who is currently on the books of Everton, according to reports. The 28-year-old made a positive start to the season, playing 13 of the 14 Premier League matches for the Toffees. However, he fell out of favour with Rafael Benitez after the left-back argued with the Spanish boss over tactics prior to their match against Arsenal last month. The French footballer hasn’t played any game for the Merseyside club since then and he remained an unused substitute in their recent 3-2 loss against Brighton. Now as per Sky Sports, West Ham are keen to sign Lucas Digne in the January transfer window. It has been reported that the Toffees want around £3...
West Ham manager David Moyes has moved to allay fears Jesse Lingard picked up an injury in the defeat at Newcastle on Saturday. The loanee, who scored his ninth goal for the club in the game, was withdrawn late on after going down with cramp. Lingard’s goal from the penalty spot made this season his best every in terms of goals scored in the top flight, doing so in just ten games for the Hammers. If they are to make the top four this season, the England international will be key, meaning that his going down sparked fears among many supporters. Lingard was quickly back on the pitch after the game and Moyes was quick to calm any worries. “I think it was just cramp, I don’t think it was anything serious,” said Moyes. Arthur Masuaku and Aaron Cresswell missed the game through injury, with the ...
West Ham defender Aaron Cresswell has claimed that teammate Declan Rice would improve further if he left the club to play with better players. Cresswell explained that he doesn’t want the England international to leave the club but the reality is Rice would be able to achieve his potential if he plays next to top-quality players. He said (h/t talksport): “He’s close to 100 Premier League games already, and I’m not just saying that because he’s a West Ham player and a good mate of mine, but I really do believe he’s one of the top talents in the country. “I wouldn’t like to see him leave, but if he were to ever leave he would become another level with better players around him. “He’s come in at centre-back over the last couple of games due to injuries we’ve had and he can play either. I...