David Sullivan has admitted to ClaretandHugh the Irons are virtually certain to leave the summer transfer dealings where they are. The co chairman – in a morning conversation with us – explained that late signings are generally not great signings and that although nothing is 100 per cent certain that probably looks like it for the […]
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Exclusive: DS on late signings speculation
Posted on 15 August 2016.
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Exclusive: Sullivan’s eve of season emotions
Posted on 15 August 2016.
David Sullivan has admitted to Claretandhugh that he is approaching our new season with mixed emotions. The co-chairman and chief shareholder has – with David Gold – presided over a busy summer transfer window and spent £42 million along the way. That – according to David Gold – has put us among the top seven […]
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Brady’s emotional ‘Bubbles ‘
Posted on 13 August 2016.
Karren Brady has used her column in The Sun to declare that hearing ‘Bubbles’ ring around the London Stadium at the opening game was more emotional than she could ever have imagined. In fact she explained: “I make no bones about it, when ‘Bubbles’ rung out for the first time, I had a lump in my […]
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West Ham complete loan signing of Jonathan Calleri after Argentina are knocked out of the Rio Olympics
Posted on 11 August 2016.
West Ham have finally completed the loan signing of Jonathan Calleri after Argentina were knocked out of the Olympic football tournament. Calleri, 22, will arrive in London next week.
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Davids keep eyes open for a bargain
Posted on 11 August 2016.
It’s now widely accepted that West Ham has completed its summer spending spree but don’t count on it! ClaretandHugh has reported several times over the last 48 hours that Slaven Bilic eventually plumped for Andre Ayew as his major summer signing and that the arrival of seven other players had all but completed a busy […]
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Carlton in US backwater
Posted on 10 August 2016.
Carlton Cole has signed for obscure US third division side Sacramento Republic FC until the end of the season. The former Irons striker was last seen at Scottish champions Celtic – where he left after eight months and five appearances. He was one of the first out when Brendan Rodgers began his shake-up of the squad. […]
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…and Bilic thought ‘keep your enemies closer’
Posted on 09 August 2016.
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West Ham confirm 3 year contract for Ayew
Posted on 09 August 2016.
West Ham have now confirmed the transfer of Ghana forward Andre Ayew for a Club-record £20.5million fee. The versatile striker, winger or attacking midfielder joins the Hammers on a three-year contract, with an additional two-year option. Boasting an impressive spell at Marseille on his CV, where he played alongside Dimitri Payet. He told WHUFC.com: “I am very […]
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West Ham sign Swansea forward Ayew
Posted on 08 August 2016.
Forward Andre Ayew signs a four-year deal with West Ham United after moving from Swansea City in a £20.5m deal.
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When social media gets it so wrong – we are United!
Posted on 08 August 2016.
by Pete Ellis Social medi-arrgggghhhh!!!! Before I begin, imagine the music from the the old Hovis adverts, the brass band playing that old slow sad song….are you with me? Ok. I miss the days of teletext. The anticipation of waiting for page upon page of stuff you had no interest in, & taking longer to […]
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Video Highlights: West Ham United vs Juventus
Posted on 08 August 2016.
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Video: Hairs up on back of neck during this ‘Bubbles’
Posted on 07 August 2016.
We had the national anthem….we had fireworks…and we hade a great team as our opposition. BUT nothing – nothing on earth – could compare to our fans signing ‘Bubbles’ at full throttle ths afternoon at the official oprning and if prizes were being handed out for the biggest moment of the afternoon we reckon this […]
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Andy Carroll backed by Slaven Bilic to bring unique style of play to England team after goals against Juventus
Posted on 07 August 2016.
Andy Carroll scored twice for West Ham against Juventus at the Olympic stadium in their last friendly and Slaven Bilic believes if he stays clear of injury, he can have a very good season.
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Swansea eye Atletico Madrid striker Borja Baston as a replacement for West Ham-bound Andre Ayew
Posted on 06 August 2016.
Swansea City are in talks with Atletico Madrid over striker Borja Baston as they look to complete the £20million sale of Andre Ayew to West Ham. Baston also has interest from West Bromwich Albion.
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Hammers face ‘jackpot signings’ clash
Posted on 04 August 2016.
West Ham need to win and preferably convincingly at the London Stadium tonight if they are to hit the jackpot of attracting top new players. Slaven Bilic made that clear when asked if that was the case and answered: “One or two players,yes” That may well include Carlos Baccas who has been stalling on a […]
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What you can and can’t bring to the London Stadium
Posted on 03 August 2016.
Professional cameras with lens greater than 3 inches, Ipads, Tablets, Laptops, Camcorders, Large banners, Flags with poles, Beach balls, Frisbees, Large back packs and any suit case are just some of the items banned at West Ham’s new home. Stadium operators London Stadium 185 Limited has published a long list of what is and isn’t […]
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Callieri – the finances!
Posted on 03 August 2016.
Jonathn Callieri has agreed personal terms at around £40k a week with the Irons. The Argentine – who was hunted by Chelsea last season – has agreed to join the Irons after reported interest from Barcelona and Spurs. The talented 22 year old will need a work permit but that process cannot be completed until […]
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Hammers look at Inter defender
Posted on 03 August 2016.
Inter Milan defender Davide Santon is the latest name to be linked with the Irons as their frustrating hunt for a left back continues. According to the Mail the 25 year old Italian is keen to return to England following a four year spell at Newcastle and the Irons are attracted to his ablity to […]
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Sakho deal could be announced today
Posted on 03 August 2016.
Diafra Sakho has agreed personal terms with West Brom ahead of his proposed switch to the Hawthorns. The club have already agreed a fee, believed to be £16million, and now the player has now settled on the move according to the Birmingham Mail. The Baggies now believe the striker is theirs and a deal could be announced […]
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Hammers identify No 1 left back target
Posted on 02 August 2016.
West Ham have made a new bid of £4 million for Norwich City left back Martin Olsson and they will go to £5 million as the 28 year old emerges as their joint favourite to move in as Aaron Cresswell’s warly season replacement. The Hammers are also keen on Hull City’s Andrew Robertson but are […]
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Supporters face London Stadium ticketing challenges
Posted on 02 August 2016.
Supporters continue to face various ticketing challenges under the new Ticketmaster system bought in to replace See Tickets for the move to the London Stadium. Some supporters claim they have still not received their paper tickets for the Europa league match this Thursday or the Betway Cup game on Sunday. Some supporters say the tickets […]
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Hammers in £20m waiting game
Posted on 02 August 2016.
West Ham are being made to sweat it out as they attempt to land long time target Andre Ayew from Swansea. Ayew has been very much on the club’s wanted list since last summer and as reported here first, the Irons have met the Welsh club’s asking price of £20 million and have agreed terms […]
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10/10 – West Ham’s commemorative TIW shirt is the club’s best ever
Posted on 01 August 2016.
In 1895, Thames Iron Works F.C played their first game wearing the oxford blue kits with the Union Jack sitting proudly on the chest. Fast forward 121 years and Umbro have created a kit that is a game changer for West Ham United. The third shirt will be worn for the first time when West Ham play
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Swansea “go missing” as Irons look to seal deal
Posted on 30 July 2016.
West Ham have had made an improved offer of £20 million bid for Swansea’s Andre Ayew which is what the Welsh club demanded after our initial bid of £15 million was knocked back However, the Swans have “gone missing ” over the last 24 hours after we decided not to haggle towards a conclusion but […]
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London Stadium naming rights update
Posted on 30 July 2016.
Rumours that the former Olympic Stadium is about to renamed the Tesco stadium are completely wide of the mark ClaretandHugh understands. The news broke earlier this week in a Daily Mail report but sources close to Stadium owners E20 Stadium LLP insist Indian company Mahindra remain firmly in pole position to sign the sponsorship deal and as […]
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Hammers ready with £5 million left back bid
Posted on 29 July 2016.
West Ham are ready to launch a bid of around £5 million for Hull City left back Andy Robertson. Reports claiming we have launched a £7 million bid are untrue but our regular source admitted that the club were likely to go in at £5 million “soon.” Sky Sports are claiming the bid has been […]
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