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Marko Arnautovic has responded to the rumours that Jose Mourinho is interested in bringing him to Manchester United. Arnautovic told Austrian newspaper Kurier.“It is a great honour for our entire team that a coach like Mourinho is watching us,’ Meanwhile, Mourinho told reporters that he attended the match as he happened to be on holiday […]

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Ryan Fredericks is primarily a right-back, but he can also play in the right and left midfield positions as well as on the left side of defence. Born in Hammersmith Fredericks is a graduate of Spurs’ youth academy, but he made just four appearances for Spurs’ first team before he signed a permanent deal with […]

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The sight of Jose Mourinho at the Austria v Russia international friendly game last night sent social media into meltdown by both However, Manchester United and West Ham United supporters. The pictures came hours after Sky Sport News claimed Mourinho was interested in the Hammer of the Year despite saying he was not for sale and valued […]

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The Newham Recorder has described the situation at the West Ham United Supporters Club as a civil war. The Recorder says: “Civil war has broken out at the West Ham United Supporters Club after a controversial vote to dissolve the club. With their Castle Street premises still closed since last year for health and safety […]

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Hammer Javier Hernandez and his Mexican team mates were left frustrated when they drew 0-0 with Wales in an International Friendly in Los Angeles in a warm up to the World Cup. Despite having nearly 70% possession and having 22 shots on goal Mexico could not find a way through the Welsh defense. The Welsh […]

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Lionel Messi said Argentina will “go to Russia with hope” after he scored a hat-trick in their 4-0 World Cup warm-up win over Haiti. The Barcelona star started alongside Hammer Manuel Lanzini. “We’re not going as favourites but will give it our all,” said Messi. Messi’s first-half opener came from the penalty spot after 17 […]

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Pablo Zabaleta has big history with Manuel Pellegrini and has made it clear he is a long way from being a ‘respect the point’ man. Zaba, of course knows him well from Manchester City days, but the pair go back some distance before that – indeed to the right back’s teenage years. Commenting on his […]

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The chances of a pre-season home friendly at the London Stadium is unlikely Claret and Hugh have learnt. The London Stadium concessionaire agreement signed by West Ham in 2013 does include a provision for up to two friendly games and or a pre-season tournament but the clause says for the full match operating costs incurred by […]

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West Ham are in talks to sign Genoa defender Armando Izzo Sky Sports claim Izzo joined Genoa from Serie B side Avellino in 2014 after beginning his career with hometown club Napoli. The 26-year-old’s performances this season have seen him linked with a number of Serie A clubs despite his current deal running until 2022. […]

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Andy Carroll scored a goal in Dirk Kuyt’s testimonial in Holland over the weekend alongside former Hammer Craig Bellemy and a number of his former Liverpool Pals. Jamie Carragher and Steven Gerrard played in the same team called Team friends of Dirk. Coaches for the match included Ruud Gullit, Louis van Gaal and Ronald Koeman. Carroll […]

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Manuel Pellegrini will be holding urgent talks with Chichartito once Mexico’s involvement in the World Cup is at an end. The striker was widely quoted last week when refusing to comment on the new manager’s appointment making it clear that his only focus at the moment was on the Russian tournament. Refusing to be drawn […]

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West Ham remain keen to grab Fulham’s Ryan Fredericks  on a free transfer in June. Despite the player indicating that he may be ready to sign a new deal at Craven Cottage, the Hammers are keen to talk with the Hammersmith-born right back when he is out of contract. We understand that Manuel Pellegrini has […]

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West Ham today appeared to be edging towards a deal with Barcelona which could see defender Marlon Santos make a move to the London Stadium. Sources inside the club refused to deny a bid had been lodged for the 22 year old – which is reported as being in the region of £17 million – insisting […]

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The new West Ham kits for the 2018/2019 have received mixed reviews  since their release on Friday  but over 79% like the Home kit or the Away kit. We asked readers in a Claret and Hugh poll over the weekend on whether they approved of the new kits with 1,689 taking part in responses. Over […]

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West Ham have published their retained list to the Premier League to confirm they are releasing the registration of five players.  James Collins, Patrice Evra, Korrey Henry, Rosaire Longelo, Rihards Matrevics are the five players to be released at the end of June. While Collins and Evra need no introduction, the Academy youngsters being released are […]

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Joao Mario scored for Portugal from outside the box as they drew 2-2 with Tunisia in an International friendly. Technically the Portuguese player remains a Hammer until 30th June under his loan agreement.  From a Portugal corner on 34 minutes, the ball is headed away to Mario who controls it and lashes it into the top […]

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West Ham Season ticket holders have less than four days to renew their Season Ticket for the 2018/19 season. With the renewal deadline rapidly approaching at 5 pm this Friday, time is running for those yet to commit. Renewal rates have seen a surge since Manuel Pellegrini was appointed as the 17th Manager of West […]

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By ClaretandHugh follower Hammer64 I was okay with the Manuel Pellegrini  appointment a week ago whilst remaining a tad sceptical. I have admit to being won over – the guy is saying all the right things for me. How good would it be to recognise a West Ham ‘style of play’ (other than desperate defence […]

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West Ham United Ladies have been awarded a licence to join next season’s Women’s Championship as part of the new 11-team, full-time Women’s Super League. The news comes after a restructure of the women’s leagues – which are run by the Football Association – and saw existing clubs have to re-apply for their places, before […]

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Reports in Italy claim West Ham are in talks with Inter Milan over a permanent deal for midfielder Joao Mario. The player now seems increasingly certain to leave, with Inter making clear they have already found a replacement. A deal has been agreed to sign Argentine attacker Lautaro Martinez,  The new player is a striker, a […]

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Carlton Cole reckons Manuel Pellegini is set to take the club to that famous “next level.” The Hammers cult hero and ambassador is thrilled with the appointment and told the official site: “It’s exciting times. We’ve got a world-class manager, one of the best in the Premier League now in my opinion. We know what his […]

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West Ham will remain in Europe for their pre-season and not have a long haul tour of the US, Middle East or Asia. The world cup finals in Russia will not finish until Sunday 15th July in Moscow and with players having another two weeks rest they might not be released until the beginning of […]

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They call it the biggest prize in the world of football. Wembley hosts the Championship play-off finals this afternoon, with the winner of the play-off final set to receive at least £160m in revenue. That figure, which has been calculated by Deloitte and is spread over three years, could rise to £280m if either Aston […]

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Trevor Brooking believes Manuel Pellegrini has hit a chord with the fans in making it clear the new manager wants four or five new signings. The Hammers legend said: “I think that is what most fans will be hoping for. It’s not always easy to conjure up that number, though, and we’ve got to be […]

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  By Allen Cummings     Less than a week into his new job and speculation is already growing on social media and within the popular press as to the players Manuel Pellegrini might be looking to bring in to kick start his much anticipated West Ham revolution. Social media of course, where else, has […]

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West Ham have been touted as favourites to sign £18m Barcelona defender Marlon Santos reports in Spain claim. The Brazilian spent this season on-loan in France with Nice and is now a summer target for the Hammers. Mundo Deportivo says despite English media sources claiming interest from Leicester City, Barca insiders insist West Ham are now close to signing Marlon. Barca […]

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