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Tottenham and Leeds keen on 21-yr-old midfielder, Paratici a big fan of the player
Denmark international Mikkel Damsgaard has been outstanding for his country at the European Championships. According to Club Doria 46, Tottenham Hotspur are keen on signing him, with newly appointed director of football Fabio Paratici a big fan of the youngster. The 21-year-old is highly rated at Sampdoria, and they will probably demand a premium if Spurs come calling this summer. They are not the only Premier League club interested in Damsgaard, with Leeds United, Southampton, Crystal Palace and West Ham United also keeping tabs on him. Tottenham need to add more creativity to their midfield, and Damsgaard could be the ideal long-term replacement for Christian Eriksen. The Londoners have missed a specialist creator since the Danish international’s departure, and his compatriot could impro...
West Ham favourites to sign Aston Villa target with 18 goal contributions last season – report
West Ham United have jumped ahead of Aston Villa in the race to sign Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham this summer, Football Insider reports. The England international was the Blues’ joint top-scorer last season with 12 goals, but he played just 16 minutes during the final three months of the campaign. The European champions are actively searching for an elite striker this summer, and Abraham is free to head through the exit door for the right price. Both West Ham and Villa have been regularly linked, but the latter are reluctant to make a move with Dean Smith having concerns over Abraham’s finishing qualities. Hammers boss David Moyes has previously suggested that the club may not afford Abraham for the reported £40 million price tag in the media. However, it is now reported that he coul...
Tottenham keen on 24-goal ace, but face competition from London rivals
Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United have been linked with a move for the Sevilla striker Youssef En-Nesyri. According to Mundo Deportivo, the Hammers retain an interest in signing the 24 year old along with their London rivals but the player would prefer to join a bigger club. En-Nesyri has been in outstanding form for the Spanish outfit this past season and there is no doubt that he could improve both West Ham and Tottenham. Both clubs will have to improve their attacking options in the summer and bringing in a quality goal scorer like the Moroccan would be a smart decision. The Hammers were reliant on Michail Antonio as their only goal scorer last season and David Moyes must look to bring in an upgrade this summer. West Ham will be playing in the Europa League and they cannot hope to j...
West Ham have asked about 48-cap international after his impressive displays in the Euros
West Ham United have asked about the Swedish goalkeeper Robin Olsen. According to AS, Atletico Madrid are keen on the experienced goalkeeper as well. Meanwhile, the likes of Lille and Real Sociedad have made inquiries for the player as well. The Swedish international was on loan at Everton last season and he has been quite impressive for his country in the European Championships this summer. The Hammers could definitely use another goalkeeper as a backup to Lukasz Fabianski and the Swedish international could prove to be a reasonably good addition. His parent club Roma are looking to sell him this summer and it would be fair to assume that the player could be available for a reasonable price. The 31-year-old has a contract with the Italian club until the summer of 2023 but he is unlik...
‘50% future sale to West Ham’ – Romano claims 28-year-old’s transfer is now ‘done deal’
Popular Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano has claimed that Felipe Anderson is close to returning to his former club Lazio. Romano has stated that it’s a ‘deal done’, and that Anderson will arrive in Rome shortly. The total agreement between West Ham and Lazio has been reached, where West Ham will receive 50% of the transfer fee for any future sale. Felipe Anderson to Lazio from West Ham, done deal. Total agreement reached, 50% future sale to West Ham – the Brazilian winger will be soon in Roma. 🇧🇷 #Lazio #WHUFC @DiMarzio — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 7, 2021 The Brazilian joined West Ham in 2018 from Lazio for a club-record £36 million deal, signing a four-year contract. However, he has failed to make an impact at the London club and fell out of favour upon...
‘If he wants to come to Liverpool’: John Barnes suggests £100m star would be perfect for Klopp
Former Liverpool winger and club legend, John Barnes, has suggested that Declan Rice would be a good fit for the Reds. West Ham will need to make a decision on Rice who has rejected two contract offer extensions at the club. The 22-year-old, who has impressed heavily for England in Euro 2020, apparently wants to test himself at a bigger club. Rice has three years left on his current contract, plus an extra 12 months to run, and West Ham are expected to demand a fee in the region of £100 million for him. He has been linked with a move to Manchester United, but Barnes feel that Rice would be perfect for Liverpool. The former Liverpool hero has suggested that Rice is similar to Reds skipper, Jordan Henderson, in terms of their playing style. “There have been suggestions that Declan ...
West Ham and Everton monitoring 22-yr-old ahead of a potential summer move
Everton and West Ham United are thought to be keeping tabs on the Bologna defender Takehiro Tomiyasu. The 22 year old Japanese international has been heavily linked with Tottenham Hotspur as well. According to Il Resto di Carlino, Everton are looking to sign a new right-back this summer and Tomiyasu has popped up on their radar. The Bologna defender can operate as a centre back as well and he could prove to be a quality addition to the Everton backline. His versatility would be an added bonus. The Hammers could use some defensive depth as well and it is no surprise that they are keeping tabs on the Japanese international. All three Premier League clubs have the resources to pull off the signing and it will be interesting to see where the Bologna defender ends up eventually. Tomiyasu will b...
Everton and West Ham have been in touch regarding a summer move for 26-goal star
Everton and West Ham United are thought to be interested in signing the Benfica striker Haris Seferovic. According to Portuguese newspaper O Jogo, the two Premier League clubs have been in touch regarding a summer transfer and they could come forward with a concrete offer soon. The 29-year-old had an impressive season with Benfica last year and he managed to score 26 goals and pick up seven assists across all competitions. Apparently, the player is valued at around 25 million this summer, but the Portuguese outfit could be willing to negotiate a lower asking price. Everton need to bring in a quality partner for Dominic Calvert-Lewin and the experienced Switzerland forward seems like a good fit. He is a proven goal scorer and he could improve the Everton attack for a reasonable price. The T...
‘Exceptional so far’ – Popular pundit hails West Ham star’s performance for England
West Ham United midfielder Declan Rice has had a very impressive tournament with England so far. The 22-year-old has formed a quality partnership alongside the Leeds United star Kalvin Phillips at the heart of England’s midfield. Rice established himself as one of the best defensive midfielders in the Premier League last season and he is showing his quality at the international level now. His ability to break up the opposition play and shield the back four has helped England stay well organized at the back and grind out clean sheets one after another. The Three Lions are yet to concede a single goal in the tournament and the likes of Rice and Phillips have been instrumental to their defensive form. Popular pundit and former Scotland international Chris Sutton has now reacted through the We...
West Ham plotting new deal for 28-yr-old, star disappointed with the terms offered
West Ham United are hoping to agree a new contract with star defender Vladimir Coufal. The Czech Republic international joined West Ham on a three-year deal last summer, and he has been a key player for David Moyes. The former Slavia Prague player was one of the best signings in the Premier League last season, and it is no surprise that the Hammers are looking to tie him down to a long-term contract. According to Sky Sports, the Premier League club feel that Coufal is an important player and they are prepared to hand him an improved contract. However, the report also states that the defender is currently disappointed with the terms West Ham have offered him. The Hammers will be playing in the Europa League next season and need to hold on to their best players to progress in the competition...
‘Cheaper option’ – Spurs ‘have an eye on’ 23-year-old West Ham target
Tottenham Hotspur will be looking to bolster their defence this summer, with Fabio Paratici looking to sign at least one, if not two, centre-backs for Nuno Espirito Santo. Toby Alderweireld has told the club that he wants to leave this summer, and Spurs will not stand in his way if a good offer comes for him. Spurs will still have Davinson Sanchez, Joe Rodon, Eric Dier and Japhet Tanganga as other options if the Belgian leaves the club. However, one or two quality centre-backs are required. The Athletic reported today that Jules Kounde of Sevilla and Lyon’s Joachim Andersen are being targeted. The north London club also ‘retain an interest’ in Milian Skriniar, while Spurs have also made a bid of €15 million (£12.9 million) plus add-ons for Bologna’s Takehiro Tomiyasu. Accor...
West Ham and Watford keen on signing £20m-rated striker from Premier League giants – report
West Ham United and Watford are among the Premier League clubs interested in signing Arsenal striker Eddie Nketiah this summer, Football.London’s Chris Wheatley reports. Nketiah had a frustrating 2020/21 campaign with the Gunners where he was the back-up option behind Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette. He was restricted to just over 1,300 minutes of game time across 30 appearances, but still impressed by finding the back of the net on six occasions. With just one year left on his contract, Nketiah is attracting widespread interest. Bayer Leverkusen are keen on luring him to the Bundesliga. The 22-year-old is also on the radar of West Ham United and newly-promoted Watford. Sportslens view: Nketiah’s future with the Gunners appears bleak after the club handed a new five-year ...
