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Hammers ‘making calls on’ Englishman Steven Gerrard dubbed ‘a leader’ & ‘outstanding’
West Ham United are keen on Nottingham Forest centre-back Joe Worrall and have enquired about his availability, according to The Sun’s Alan Nixon. West Ham. Been making calls on Joe Worrall at Forest. Moyesie wants an extra defender. Burnley and Norwich also admire. — Alan Nixon (@reluctantnicko) May 2, 2021 Hammers manager David Moyes wants another defender this summer with his side preparing for the possibility of European football next term. With more games to play the London Stadium outfit need depth at the back, and they want Worrall to come in. However, they are not the only ones interested in recruiting the Englishman. Long-term admirers Burnley are also eyeing the Forest star, while newly-promoted Norwich City would love to have him bolster their defence. The 24-year-old will be ke...
West Ham reportedly eyeing summer move for 14-goal attacker Messi wants to play with
West Ham United are keen on Norwich City attacking midfielder Emiliano Buendia as a potential alternative to Jesse Lingard, according to the Sunday Mirror. Landing the Manchester United loanee could prove difficult for the Hammers, and they are lining up other options ahead of the summer transfer window. Buendia has helped Norwich secure instant promotion back to the top-flight, scoring 14 goals and weighing in with 16 assists in 38 Championship games this season. The Argentine scored once and assisted seven goals in 36 Premier League games last term, and he has what it takes to help improve West Ham’s creativity in the final third. The 24-year-old caught Lionel Messi’s attention when he was just 18, with his fellow compatriot urging him to switch allegiances from Spain to Argentina s...
Eight changes for City, Arsenal star may miss out, Baggies winger could return
The 34th round of fixtures in the Premier League features some important matches at both ends of the EPL table. We’ll update this story with reports, results, highlights and the latest Premier League standings throughout the weekend. The action got underway on Friday evening, with Southampton and Leicester City fighting out a 1-1 draw at St Mary’s. James Ward-Prowse put the home side in front from the penalty spot, but Jonny Evans bagged an equaliser for the Foxes. Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola made eight changes to his starting XI for the visit to Crystal Palace on Saturday. However, his tinkering didn’t impact the outcome as City eased to a comfortable 2-0 victory at Selhurst Park – Sergio Aguero and Ferran Torres got the goals. Pascal Gross and Danny Welbeck were on target as Br...
‘I will try & take it’ – West Ham target admits he’ll leave his club ‘if that opportunity comes’
Brighton and Hove Albion defender Solly March has admitted that he is open to leaving his club if the chance to join a bigger club comes calling. The news could come as a huge transfer boost for West Ham United, who were linked with the 26-year-old last September and reportedly opened negotiations with the Seagulls over a potential transfer. However, that move did not work out and March remained at Brighton, featuring in their opening 21 Premier League fixtures of the campaign and weighing in with two goals and an assist. “I’ve never been close to leaving the club,” the Brighton wing-back told The Set Pieces. “But there are always aspirations to play for as big a club as you can. No disrespect to Brighton, but if that opportunity comes, I will try and take it. I don’t think that’s too bad ...
West Ham could move for potential free agent this summer
West Ham could make a move for Everton forward Joshua King this summer, with his short-term due to expire at the end of the campaign. King signed for Everton on a short-term deal during the January transfer window but has hardly featured for the Toffees. The Norwegian attacker has made nine Premier League appearances but they only amount to 123 minutes of football, with King still waiting on his first Everton start. As a result, King’s future is in doubt, with Everton needing to make a decision over his future ahead of the summer. King will also be wary that he may not get much playing time if he remains at Everton, and could look elsewhere for minutes on the pitch. Now, West Ham could reportedly make a move for King this summer, according to TalkSPORT reporter Alex Crook. “West Ham have g...
West Ham United still interested in signing 24-year-old striker with 14 goals this season
West Ham United are continuing to monitor the progress of Reims striker Boulaye Dia ahead of the summer, Gazzetta dello Sport (h/t SportWitness) claims. The French striker was regularly linked with the Hammers during the winter transfer window, but a deal failed to materialise between the clubs. The 24-year-old’s form has dipped over the past few months, but the striker still appeals the Hammers following their January interest. However, they could face competition this summer with Serie A duo Napoli and Fiorentina also keen on signing the Senegal international. Sportslens view: The Hammers sanctioned the sale of Sebastien Haller to Ajax in January, but they failed to land a suitable replacement before the deadline. Hence, Michail Antonio is the only senior striker in the squad, and he is ...
Newcastle keen on £30m-rated defender, six other Premier League clubs keen
Norwich City defender Max Aarons has been linked with a move away from the Championship club at the end of the season. The 21-year-old defender has been outstanding for the Canaries, helping them secure promotion back to the Premier League. According to 90min, Newcastle United, West Ham United, Manchester City, Crystal Palace, Leicester City and Everton have all asked Norwich to keep them informed of the defender’s situation ahead of the summer transfer window. The report further states that Arsenal are also keeping tabs on the youngster as a potential replacement for Hector Bellerin, who has been linked with a move to Paris Saint-Germain. Aarons is valued at around £30 million and could prove to be a superb long term signing for any of the aforementioned clubs. SL View: Would be the ideal...
Leicester and West Ham are monitoring PL player who will cost £40m this summer
Chelsea are open to selling Tammy Abraham at the end of this season according to the Telegraph. The 23-year-old has struggled to hold down a regular starting berth under Thomas Tuchel and he needs to leave Stamford Bridge in order to play more often. According to the report, the Blues value the striker at around £40 million and it will be interesting to see if his suitors willing to cough up that kind of money for his services. There is no doubt that Abraham is a top-class talent who has proven his quality in the Premier League despite having limited opportunities. The 23-year-old scored 18 goals for Chelsea last season and he has 12 goals to his name so far this season. The report adds that the likes of Leicester City and West Ham United are monitoring the striker’s situation at Chelsea. ...
West Ham keen on 87-cap international, willing to offer him €4m-per-season
Marko Arnautovic has been linked with a return to West Ham United at the end of this season. According to reports (translated by Sportwitness), the 32-year-old could return to Europe this summer and the Hammers are currently keeping tabs on him. Premier League side Crystal Palace are thought to be monitoring the player as well. The Austrian was a fan favourite during his two years at the London club and it will be interesting to see if he is keen on a return this summer. He has 22 goals and 12 assists to his name in 65 appearances for the London outfit. Apparently, the Premier League club are willing to offer wages of around €4m per season. The Hammers could definitely use more depth in their attack and Arnautovic could be a quality short term addition. The Austrian knows the club and the ...
West Ham reportedly battling Chelsea & Rodgers for young striker after scouting mission
West Ham United are scouting Woking striker Jayden Wareham, but they face stiff competition from some of their Premier League rivals for his signature. According to The Telegraph, the Hammers want to take the teenager from non-league football, but Southampton, Leicester City and Chelsea are also keen on him. The Blues appear to be leading in the race for the 17-year-old, but they are yet to wrap up a deal. West Ham are targeting youngsters from the lower divisions for their youth teams after Brexit rules introduced in January made it harder to sign players from abroad. Sportslens View Wareham has caught their attention and has proven he can become a top-flight player in a couple of years from now. The Hammers target was released by Queens Park Rangers two years ago but has been playing sen...
‘Well done West Ham’ – Ian Wright & Richard Keys react as Sky Sports shares update
West Ham United centre-back Fabian Balbuena received a red card during the match against Chelsea at the weekend for a challenge on Ben Chilwell. Referee Chris Kavanagh sent the Hammers man off after reviewing the incident on VAR, but the decision has now been rescinded after the club appealed. The follow-through from Balbuena’s clearance was deemed foul play, and the decision to send him off angered manager David Moyes. West Ham suffered a 1-0 defeat to Chelsea, dropping to fifth in the Premier League table as a result. They face Burnley next Monday and will be boosted by the availability of the Paraguayan. Arsenal legend Ian Wright and beIN Sports man Richard Keys have taken to Twitter to react to Sky Sports update thus: https://t.co/EjfvsHGWAK pic.twitter.com/Q5HX2fPeOW — Ian Wright (@Ia...
Everton reportedly want Poland international goalie on Spurs radar, Moyes keen too
According to Italian journalist Nicolo Schira, Premier League trio Everton, Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United have joined Borussia Dortmund in the race for Fiorentina goalkeeper Bartlomiej Dragowski. After #BVB three english clubs (#Everton, #Tottenham and #WestHam) have asked info for #Fiorentina’s goalkeeper Bartlomiej #Dragowski (his contract expires in 2023). #transfers https://t.co/nZ7W0BxP5F — Nicolò Schira (@NicoSchira) April 26, 2021 The Poland international has been in impressive form since joining the Serie A outfit since the summer of 2016, with 79 league appearances under his belt. Spurs are looking for a long-term replacement for Hugo Lloris and have been linked with Lille’s Mike Maignan. However, the Frenchman appears edging closer to a move to AC Milan. Dragowski, 23, co...
