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West Ham looking to sign 23-yr-old midfield target before the window closes
West Ham United are looking to sign Alex Kral from Spartak Moscow. According to the Guardian’s Jacob Steinberg, the Hammers hope to sign the 23-year-old defensive midfielder on a loan deal. There could also be an option or obligation to buy the player permanently next summer. West Ham looking at a loan deal for Spartak Moscow midfielder Alex Kral. Deal for Czech Republic international could include option to buy or an obligation. Might not be the only player who joins #whufc — Jacob Steinberg (@JacobSteinberg) August 31, 2021 Kral has been linked with a move to the London club since the January transfer window and could prove a useful option for David Moyes. West Ham do not possess a specialist defensive midfielder who can fill in for Declan Rice in the event of an injury and Kral could be...
Everton and West Ham in the race to sign 24-yr-old attacker who will cost £17m
Everton and West Ham United have all been linked with a move for the Sassuolo winger Jeremie Boga. According to Footmercato via GFFN, the 24-year-old is valued at €20 million and the two Premier League clubs are keeping tabs on his situation. The likes of West Ham and Everton could certainly use more quality in the wide areas and Boga could prove to be a useful addition for them. The former Chelsea winger has improved massively since his move to Sassuolo and he has the quality to succeed in the Premier League. Boga barely had an opportunity to showcase his potential at Stamford Bridge and the player will probably feel that he has unfinished business in England. The winger is yet to reach his peak and a reported €20 million asking price could look like a bargain if he manages to adapt to th...
Manchester United reveal stance on Jesse Lingard amid West Ham interest – report
Manchester United are happy to keep Jesse Lingard amid speculation linking him with a move to West Ham United, Sky Sports reports. The attacker had an excellent loan stint at the Hammers earlier this year, bagging nine goals and five assists from 16 appearances. He has since been linked with a permanent return to the London outfit. It was recently claimed that they could make a £15 million bid. Lingard has entered the final year of his Red Devils deal, but it is reported that the club are happy for him to stay and fight for his place. Sportslens view: Lingard made a huge impact for the Hammers during the back end of last season as they qualified for the Europa League group stage. The club have since explored a permanent deal for the 28-year-old, but they have been put off by the repor...
‘Shocking today’ – Some West Ham fans tear into 31-yr-old after the draw vs Crystal Palace
West Ham United were held to a 2-2 draw against Crystal Palace in the Premier League yesterday. The Hammers took the lead through Pablo Fornals in the 39th minute but the Eagles got back into the game in the second half through Conor Gallagher. The on-loan Chelsea midfielder scored on the 58th minute to bring his side on level terms. In-form West Ham striker Michail Antonio put his side ahead once again on the 68th minute but Gallagher responded with his second of the game just two minutes later. The West Ham fans will be disappointed to have dropped two points here especially after the performances in their first two matches. The Hammers have made an impressive start to the season so far and they could have easily won the game with better defensive organisation. The signing of Kurt Zouma ...
Euro club have began negotiation for 27 y/o ace after West Ham made formal move – Journalist
French outfit Rennes have started negotiating a deal for Gaetan Laborde. West Ham United have been heavily linked with a move for the French striker this summer. 📞#Rennes began negotiations with #Montpellier for Gaëtan #Laborde.👥 https://t.co/jlMXjoSokE — Ekrem KONUR (@Ekremkonur) August 28, 2021 We recently covered a report from Foot Mercato where they claim the Hammers have accelerated talks to sign the 27-year-old. Signing a striker is a top priority for the Hammers, but David Moyes has been left frustrated in his attempt to bring in the right player. Michail Antonio remains the only recognised striker at the club, and the Hammers cannot afford to go an entire season without buying a back-up striker. Laborde bagged 18 goals and nine assists across all comp...
‘Done deal’: Journalist claims West Ham have secured the signing of €30m star
West Ham United have finally secured a deal for Chelsea defender Kurt Zouma. Although the deal is yet to be confirmed by either club, reputed football journalist Fabrizio Romano claims it is as good as a ‘done deal’. The Hammers have been looking to sign Zouma for the past couple of weeks, but there was uncertainty with issues concerning agents threatening to scupper the move. The main issue between Kurt Zouma and West Ham is about agents. Chelsea want Zouma to go as they’re ready to bid for Jules Koundé in order to complete the deal. 🔵 #CFC West Ham will try to resolve the problems with Zouma – deal in danger but no Caleta Car talks as of now. https://t.co/vJMtCI4gox — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 25, 2021 West Ham have other options if they fail to land Zouma, but it ...
David Moyes confident of bringing £75,000-a-week attacker to West Ham United – report
West Ham United are confident of re-signing Manchester United attacker Jesse Lingard before this month’s transfer deadline, Football Insider reports. The England international was on loan with the Hammers earlier this year, where he revived his form with nine goals in 16 games. He has since been touted to rejoin the Hammers on a permanent deal, but nothing has materialised in terms of a transfer with the Red Devils. It is now reported that talks are ongoing between United and Lingard’s camp. David Moyes is confident that the attacker will arrive before Tuesday’s deadline. Sportslens view: Lingard was involved for the Red Devils during pre-season, but he missed the season opener against Leeds United due to coronavirus. He returned in a closed-doors friendly against Burnley at Old Trafford, ...
Man Utd, Liverpool and co. find out their fixtures for the Carabao Cup third round
The draw for the third round of the Carabao Cup has been completed. The second round brought about a number of big results. Aston Villa, Norwich City, and Arsenal all hit their opponents for six, while Southampton comfortably defeated Newport County 8-0. Top flight sides Newcastle United and Crystal Palace were eliminated early. Seven more teams enter the competition at this stage, with all clubs participating in Europe being given a bye to the third round. Manchester City get in on the act as they look to win their fifth Carabao Cup in a row, while Manchester United, Liverpool, Chelsea, Leicester City, West Ham United, and Tottenham Hotspur also join. Man City have won the competition four years on the trot The Cityzens begin the defence of their crown with a visit from League One side Wy...
West Ham in pole position to sign midfielder with 18 goal contributions last season
West Ham United have been linked with a move for CSKA Moscow attacking midfielder Nikola Vlasic. As we reported earlier, the Hammers have identified the 23-year-old as an alternative target to Jesse Lingard. Calciomercato’s Daniele Longo has issued an update, claiming that West Ham are in pole position to sign Vlasic. 🚨 #WestHam in pole per #Vlasic, contatto previsto in serata con l’agente del nazionale croato. Gli Hammers si stanno avvicinando alla richiesta di 30 milioni del #CskaMosca @cmdotcom — Daniele Longo (@86_longo) August 24, 2021 He had an outstanding season with CSKA Moscow last year, bagging 12 goals and six assists across all competitions. The midfielder is reportedly valued at €30 million, which makes him a better value option than Lingard given their respective ages...
West Ham eyeing up Euro 2020 scorer as alternative to Jesse Lingard
West Ham United are considering a move for CSKA Moscow playmaker Nikola Vlasic if they fail in their bid to sign Jesse Lingard, reports the Telegraph. Vlasic has been at CSKA Moscow for three seasons, following an unsuccessful spell in the Premier League with Everton. He has made a total of 107 appearances for the Russian club, scoring on 33 occasions. Vlasic celebrates his strike at Euro 2020 His form has earned him 26 caps for the Croatia national team. His best moment on the international stage came this summer in their group stage fixture against Scotland, as he opened the scoring in a 3-1 win at Hampden Park. The 23-year-old could now be set for a return to England. The Telegraph claims that West Ham have identified him as a possible alternative to main target Jesse Lingard. The Hamme...
£100m-rated Chelsea target planning to reject new contract offers
Declan Rice would reject any new contract offers at West Ham United, according to the Times. Rice signed his first professional contract with West Ham in late 2015 and made his debut a year-and-a-half later. He became a regular in the first team the following season, appearing in 26 league games. Rice has subsequently become one of the most important players at the London Stadium. He has made 146 appearances for the Hammers in all competitions, scoring five times. His performances have earned him 24 caps for the England national team, as well as three for Republic of Ireland earlier in his career. During the Three Lions’ European Championship campaign, the 22-year-old garnered plenty of praise for his displays. He protected the backline alongside Leeds United’s Kalvin Phillips as they reac...
West Ham made an ‘interesting’ offer for 38-cap international striker – report
West Ham United are reportedly in the race to sign Sevilla star Luuk de Jong, according to Sport (h/t Sport Witness). Barcelona are also interested in signing the Dutch striker and could make a move in the final week of the summer transfer window. However, Barca could find it hard to lure him away from Sevilla, with the player also receiving an ‘interesting’ offer from the Hammers. Other clubs are vying for his signature, but it seems to be an open race. If Barcelona fail to land de Jong, he would prefer a move to the London club. Sportslens View West Ham desperately need to sign a striker as they cannot go an entire season with Michail Antonio as their only centre-forward. The club have qualified for the Europa League and need more squad depth to cope with the additional workload. T...
