Posted on 21 November 2018.
West Ham are ready to listen to offers for Reece Oxford from Borrusia Monchengladbach but as yet there has been no formal approach from the Bundesliga outfit. ClaretandHugh has learned from a source close to the player by telephone, however, that Oxford would be more than happy to return to Germany where he thoroughly enjoyed […]
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Posted on 21 November 2018.
Javier Hernandez will not be leaving for Turkey or anywhere else this winter despite widespread rumours that he will be on the move in January. The speculation first arose a couple of weeks back with Turkish sources claiming a deal was on and they appeared to escalate this morning when Fanatik said Besiktas could offer Hernandez a way […]
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Posted on 21 November 2018.
Issa Diop remains unhappy with his contribution to the Hammers cause this season and has no problem admitting it. He hs once again taken to the club’s official site to make it clear that he wants a lot better from himself declaring: “Maybe people have said I have been impressive, but we [have] conceded too […]
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Posted on 21 November 2018.
There’s being controversial and then there’s being downright ridiculous. And Mr Stanley Collymore fits into both categories given the former striker’s own history in the game. He is providing a perfect example of a man with a short term memory problem after a difficult career which saw him join eight teams in 11 years and […]
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Posted on 21 November 2018.
Young Hammer Marcus Browne is showing his potential while on loan with Oxford United. The video clip below was released by his loan club on social media last night with the hope of being picked up by Sky Sports Soccer AM. Browne joined the Hammers at the age of 8 and progressed through the academy […]
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Posted on 21 November 2018.
Borussia Monchengladbach are considering a new permanent bid for West Ham’s teenager Reece Oxford, Sky Sports claim. Oxford has spent two loan spells with the German club, making seven Bundesliga appearances, but the 19-year old academy product has not been used by Hammers boss Manuel Pellegrini since returning in the summer. Oxford has been linked […]
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Posted on 21 November 2018.
West Ham are reportedly set to hold talks with Besiktas president Fikret Orman in London, with the Turkish club keen to secure the signing of out-of-favour forward Javier Hernandez on loan for the remainder of the season. According to Turkish outlet Fanatik, Besiktas could offer Hernandez a way out, as they are prepared to fly representatives to […]
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Posted on 20 November 2018.
Were we to accept everything we read about the West Ham dressing room it would have us believing that absolutely no training ever takes place at Rush Green. The reason for this is simple! It appears the players are all too busy moaning and groaning about what each other are earning to actually spend much […]
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Posted on 20 November 2018.
BBC Three will follow different groups of people taking on huge challenges, shining a light on the lives and experiences of young people today. In the BBC series 19-year-old Jack Sullivan steps up as the Managing Director of West Ham United women’s team. The BBC film crew follow West Ham United women’s team and their […]
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Posted on 20 November 2018.
The complete silence on the London Stadium Capacity resolution since a joint statement on Monday afternoon speaks volumes of what has really transpired. Both sides are refusing to clarify further or provide any more details, a clear sign that both parties have signed a confidentiality agreement in regards to their out of court settlement, not uncommon in […]
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Posted on 20 November 2018.
West Ham’s youngsters are on the mend with Nathan Holland leading the way by making a full return to Rush Green training. The exciting Hammers winger is now a member of the first team squad and has his own place in the squad’s dressing room. After returning to training with the under 23s at Chadwell […]
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Posted on 20 November 2018.
There appears to be some confusion how the capacity increase to 60,000 will be achieved at the London Stadium after an out of court settlement on Monday with the landlord E20. The London Stadium already has 66,000 seats in place of which at least 60,000 are uncovered so, in reality, those seats spread around the stadium […]
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Posted on 20 November 2018.
I won’t be sorry to see Andy Carroll back on the bench at the weekend should Manuel Pellegrini choose to bring him back into the fold. Should he do so I won’t be expecting much more than a ten or 15 minute cameo against City but assuming- and it’s a big one – he can […]
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Posted on 20 November 2018.
By Brian Robinson West Ham have a magnificent opportunity to surge up the Premier League table during December as they embark on a run of winnable fixtures. It’s as well to remind ourselves the Hammers are currently in 13th place, four points above the relegation zone, after a draw at Huddersfield last time out. Most […]
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Posted on 20 November 2018.
Grady Diangana has landed an incredible double with his Hammers debut and a first start as an England international. At the start of the campaign the 20 year old was entirely off the radar making his arrival all the more spectacular. That he takes it all in his stride is impressive and th 2-0 win […]
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Posted on 20 November 2018.
By Brian Robinson West Ham have a magnificent opportunity to surge up the Premier League table during December as they embark on a run of winnable fixtures. It’s as well to remind ourselves the Hammers are currently in 13th place, four points above the relegation zone, after a draw at Huddersfield last time out. Most […]
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Posted on 20 November 2018.
Hammers hero Marlon Harewood reckons the Irons need a new striker in January whilst holding onto Marko Arnautovic. He feels keeping the Austrian is vital but insists signing another to rival them both could be a key move in the window. Talking on Love Sport radio he said: “I think they’ve bought really well. But […]
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Posted on 20 November 2018.
Former West Ham player and manager Harry Redknapp continues to be great entertainment value on ITV’s I’m a celebrity with his stories and one-liners. Redknapp told one story that he thought the royal might be a football player and just acknowledged him in a physiotherapist’s office. with an “All right mate” and went back to […]
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Posted on 20 November 2018.
Grady Diangana’s debut for England U20s ended in a deserved victory for the young Lions, who were 2-0 winners over Germany . The official site reports that the winger’s pace was a constant problem for defender Gian-Luca Itter, who received some relief when the young Hammer was withdrawn on 72 minutes. West Ham goalkeeper Nathan […]
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Posted on 20 November 2018.
Arthur Masuaku wants to stay at West Ham and that comes directly from his agent. Having started eight games the former Olympiacos left back was left on the bench in favour of Aaron Cresswell at Huddersfield but remains determined to learn under Manuel Pellegrini. His agent, Panos Galariotis, has made it clear on the Italian […]
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Posted on 20 November 2018.
Blog by Sean Whetstone Today’s joint statement between West Ham and E20 that the London Stadium capacity issue has been resolved came as no surprise to me despite no prior knowledge of a deal to settle a long-running feud. I have been following the story for nearly two years but the stadium owners were running out […]
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Posted on 19 November 2018.
Manchester City’s Bernardo Silva looks set to miss the game at the London Stadium on Saturday after returning to the Etihad with injury. According to the the O Jogo website he has withdrawn from the Portugal side due to meet Poland tomorrow night and is considered likely to miss City’s Premier League match against the Irons. […]
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Posted on 19 November 2018.
West Ham United has announced it has come to an agreement with E20 which allows the Club to sell additional seats for their matches thereby ending the litigation surrounding the capacity at the London Stadium. In a statement this afternoon the Hammers have declared: “Both parties are delighted to have taken the first […]
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Posted on 19 November 2018.
West Ham have received no inquiries for any of their players including Michail Antonio despite regular reports that the player is at the centre of interest from Crystal Palace. Antonio has made it clear in a recent interview that has no idea either way on whether of not he will be Hammer after January – […]
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Posted on 19 November 2018.
West Ham’s board are now awaiting manager Manuel Pellegrini’s list of ‘players required’ in the January transfer window. Director of Football Mario Husillos is now out on regular scouting missions and has made a left back his top priority with Olympiacos’ Leonardo Koutris reportedly in his sights. However, the club has also accepted that midfield reinforcements […]
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Posted on 19 November 2018.
Former Hammers striker Carlton Cole doesn’t believe Marko Arnautovic is actively looking to leave the club declaring: “He’s loved here.” Talking on Sky Sports Cole said: “I don’t see any reason why he should be leaving the club. Everyone knows what he’s capable of here and I think we’ll see him stay. “If he does go, […]
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