By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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West Ham co-chairman David Gold has knocked back reports that the club want to sign QPR striker Loic Remy.
A supporter tweeted the Hammers chairman earlier, saying: "please Mr Gold please sign remy every west ham fan would be happy with that signing'. Reports in the Star today followed on from rumours earlier that the club were set to make a move for the former Marseille star.
Gold however, did not agree and rejected the suggestion that West Ham would move to sign the France international- on the grounds that the rape case hanging over Remy would represent too much of a risk.
He said: "It's a risky enough business signing a striker let alone one that might go to prison."
Remy was charged on 16 May with the rape of a 34 year old woman in London and will face trial before the end of the summer.
Saturday, 20 July 2013
Remy speculation heightens
By Michael Matthews
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The Loic Remy to West Ham rumours have been turned up a notch after further reports today linking him with a move to East London.
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The Loic Remy to West Ham rumours have been turned up a notch after further reports today linking him with a move to East London.
Having missed out on signing Colombian forward Duvan Zapata owing to work permit difficulties, West Ham have turned their attention to Remy, who scored six goals in the Barclays Premier League last season for QPR after arriving at Loftus Road in January.
The R's have admitted they may sell the French forward this summer, with an early figure believed of £7 million being touted, with the exact figure of Remy's release clause not yet known. Newcastle are also thought to be interested in the striker.
Hammers fans attacked in Germany as tour gets off to fiery start
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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West Ham fans have been attacked in a bar in Germany by local yobs ahead of the first game of the Irons' pre season tour.
Reports confirmed that a large group of Hammers fans, many wearing colours, were drinking in a bar in Mainz town centre before this evening's game against Mainz when a group of German supporters stormed into the bar and pelted the travelling Irons party with bottles.
It is understood that some of the West Ham contingent retaliated and threw bottles back at the German fans, but that the altercation could not be said to be a 'brawl' and the local police arrived and soon had the situation under control, with the Hammers fans being escorted by the police to the stadium.
One West Ham fan tweeted a series of updates about the situation, starting with: "Ok it's seriously gone off here."
He continued: "West Ham fans pelted with bottles. Police everywhere. Crap situation."
"If you didn't come to Mainz.. good decision."
The supporter tweeted about 20 minutes ago: "All has died down now.. hopefully."
This is not the first time that Hammers fans have been involved in violence when abroad. A pre season match in the States with Columbus Crew was marred in 2008 by Irons supporters fighting with local fans at half time.
An interesting twist to the story is that the German fans, according to one source, were not supporters of Mainz but were in fact fans of another German team, Frankfurt and had come to Mainz looking for trouble, knowing that West Ham were in the area and having heard about the club's previously notorious reputation for hooliganism.
We hope to have some more on this soon and will keep you updated with all the latest.
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West Ham fans have been attacked in a bar in Germany by local yobs ahead of the first game of the Irons' pre season tour.
Reports confirmed that a large group of Hammers fans, many wearing colours, were drinking in a bar in Mainz town centre before this evening's game against Mainz when a group of German supporters stormed into the bar and pelted the travelling Irons party with bottles.
It is understood that some of the West Ham contingent retaliated and threw bottles back at the German fans, but that the altercation could not be said to be a 'brawl' and the local police arrived and soon had the situation under control, with the Hammers fans being escorted by the police to the stadium.
One West Ham fan tweeted a series of updates about the situation, starting with: "Ok it's seriously gone off here."
He continued: "West Ham fans pelted with bottles. Police everywhere. Crap situation."
"If you didn't come to Mainz.. good decision."
The supporter tweeted about 20 minutes ago: "All has died down now.. hopefully."
This is not the first time that Hammers fans have been involved in violence when abroad. A pre season match in the States with Columbus Crew was marred in 2008 by Irons supporters fighting with local fans at half time.
An interesting twist to the story is that the German fans, according to one source, were not supporters of Mainz but were in fact fans of another German team, Frankfurt and had come to Mainz looking for trouble, knowing that West Ham were in the area and having heard about the club's previously notorious reputation for hooliganism.
We hope to have some more on this soon and will keep you updated with all the latest.
Friday, 19 July 2013
Kuzmanovic not going anywhere, says agent
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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Another potential transfer deal for West Ham looks set to crumble after the agent of Inter Milan star Zdravko Kuzmanovic played down talk of a move.
Marko Naletilic told calciomercato.it: "Zdravko remains at Inter, he's training with the team, he's part of the coach Mazzarri's plans and he has not been put on the market."
Hammers boss Sam Allardyce earlier this week confirmed his interest in the Serbia international, saying that Kuzmanovic is 'a player I like.'
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Another potential transfer deal for West Ham looks set to crumble after the agent of Inter Milan star Zdravko Kuzmanovic played down talk of a move.
Marko Naletilic told calciomercato.it: "Zdravko remains at Inter, he's training with the team, he's part of the coach Mazzarri's plans and he has not been put on the market."
Hammers boss Sam Allardyce earlier this week confirmed his interest in the Serbia international, saying that Kuzmanovic is 'a player I like.'
Hammers keen on Kebe even as midfielder extends Reading stay
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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West Ham manager Sam Allardyce is weighing up a move for Reading midfielder Jimmy Kebe as he aims to strengthen his midfield options.
The Irons chief has long been an admirer of the Mali international, who impressed with five goals in 16 appearances in the Premier League last season.
Reading star Kebe today penned a new contract at the Madjeski Stadium but this has not put off the Irons, who could well pounce for the goalscoring midfielder according to Sky Sports.
Kebe is unpopular with Hammers fans after a show of gamesmanship led to West Ham midfielder Jack Collison being sent off as Reading defeated the Irons 3-0 the season before last, with both sides being promoted from the Championship in May 2012.
However, such considerations are likely to be beneath the ever-abrasive Allardyce, who admitted recently that he tried to bring the controversial former Bolton and Rangers winger El Hadj Diouf to Upton Park.
Norwich boss Chris Hughton has also been credited with an interest in Kebe.
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West Ham manager Sam Allardyce is weighing up a move for Reading midfielder Jimmy Kebe as he aims to strengthen his midfield options.
The Irons chief has long been an admirer of the Mali international, who impressed with five goals in 16 appearances in the Premier League last season.
Reading star Kebe today penned a new contract at the Madjeski Stadium but this has not put off the Irons, who could well pounce for the goalscoring midfielder according to Sky Sports.
Kebe is unpopular with Hammers fans after a show of gamesmanship led to West Ham midfielder Jack Collison being sent off as Reading defeated the Irons 3-0 the season before last, with both sides being promoted from the Championship in May 2012.
However, such considerations are likely to be beneath the ever-abrasive Allardyce, who admitted recently that he tried to bring the controversial former Bolton and Rangers winger El Hadj Diouf to Upton Park.
Norwich boss Chris Hughton has also been credited with an interest in Kebe.
Irons in fresh link to QPR star
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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West Ham have once more been linked to France striker Loic Remy, who is reportedly desperate to leave QPR after Premier League relegation.
The skilful forward has a release clause in his R's contract- previously reported to have been £8m but understood to be a figure which is 'significantly lower' than the one previously quoted.
Hammers boss Sam Allardyce is keen to sign another striker, with Mobido Maiga and Ricardo Vaz Te the only fit senior strikers at the club and major doubts over Andy Carroll's chances of being fit for the first game of the new season, which starts in less than a month.
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West Ham have once more been linked to France striker Loic Remy, who is reportedly desperate to leave QPR after Premier League relegation.
The skilful forward has a release clause in his R's contract- previously reported to have been £8m but understood to be a figure which is 'significantly lower' than the one previously quoted.
Hammers boss Sam Allardyce is keen to sign another striker, with Mobido Maiga and Ricardo Vaz Te the only fit senior strikers at the club and major doubts over Andy Carroll's chances of being fit for the first game of the new season, which starts in less than a month.
Trejo rejects Irons
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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West Ham will not be signing Sporting Gijon forward Oscar Trejo after the Argentine snubbed the Hammers in favour of a move to French side Toulouse.
The Spanish side's official website confirmed the deal last night, saying: "Sporting have reached an agreement with the French side Toulouse for the transfer of Oscar Trejo. The deal was finalised this afternoon."
Irons boss Sam Allardyce was reported to have put in a £1.8m bid for the 25 year old but Trejo will be playing his football in France next season after Toulouse agreed a £1.7m deal with Sporting.
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West Ham will not be signing Sporting Gijon forward Oscar Trejo after the Argentine snubbed the Hammers in favour of a move to French side Toulouse.
The Spanish side's official website confirmed the deal last night, saying: "Sporting have reached an agreement with the French side Toulouse for the transfer of Oscar Trejo. The deal was finalised this afternoon."
Irons boss Sam Allardyce was reported to have put in a £1.8m bid for the 25 year old but Trejo will be playing his football in France next season after Toulouse agreed a £1.7m deal with Sporting.
Sullivan becomes Hammers majority shareholder
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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West Ham co-chairman David Sullivan has become the club's majority shareholder after purchasing a controlling interest in the club.
Sullivan had previously been an equal partner in the Upton Park club with business partner David Gold, but now owns 55.6% of West Ham after purchasing a further 25% in shares from CB Holdings, which had controlled the club after former chairman Bjorgolfur Gudmundsson was declared bankrupt.
The former Birmingham owner's investment is said to be part of a restructuring plan for the club's £25.5m debt, while Gold owns 30% of WH Holdings, the Hammers' parent company and CB Holdings' stake in the club has been cut to 10%.
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West Ham co-chairman David Sullivan has become the club's majority shareholder after purchasing a controlling interest in the club.
Sullivan had previously been an equal partner in the Upton Park club with business partner David Gold, but now owns 55.6% of West Ham after purchasing a further 25% in shares from CB Holdings, which had controlled the club after former chairman Bjorgolfur Gudmundsson was declared bankrupt.
The former Birmingham owner's investment is said to be part of a restructuring plan for the club's £25.5m debt, while Gold owns 30% of WH Holdings, the Hammers' parent company and CB Holdings' stake in the club has been cut to 10%.
Southend eye move for Hammers defender
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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West Ham full back Jordan Spence looks set to leave the Boleyn Ground this summer, with several clubs including League Two outfit Southend interested.
The Shrimpers are said to be in pole position to sign Spence, with boss Phil Brown having watched a commanding defensive display from the right back as West Ham's U21 side thrashed Swansea U21s 4-0.
The 23 year old made his Irons debut in May 2010 but has only managed 6 competitive appearances since and manager Sam Allardyce is not thought to see the Academy graduate as part of his first team plans.
Spence has thus far taken in highly productive loan spells at Leyton Orient, Scunthorpe and, most recently, Bristol City and it is thought that the Robins are considering a move for the versatile young defender after he impressed in two separate loan spells at the club before relegation from the Championship last season.
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West Ham full back Jordan Spence looks set to leave the Boleyn Ground this summer, with several clubs including League Two outfit Southend interested.
The Shrimpers are said to be in pole position to sign Spence, with boss Phil Brown having watched a commanding defensive display from the right back as West Ham's U21 side thrashed Swansea U21s 4-0.
The 23 year old made his Irons debut in May 2010 but has only managed 6 competitive appearances since and manager Sam Allardyce is not thought to see the Academy graduate as part of his first team plans.
Spence has thus far taken in highly productive loan spells at Leyton Orient, Scunthorpe and, most recently, Bristol City and it is thought that the Robins are considering a move for the versatile young defender after he impressed in two separate loan spells at the club before relegation from the Championship last season.
Thursday, 18 July 2013
Hammers to pull plug on Zapata deal over work permit problems
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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West Ham will not be signing Duvan Zapata and will look at other options after the forward's application for a work permit ran into difficulties.
The Hammers last week agreed a £6.7m fee with the Colombian U20 international's club Estudiantes and it is understood that it is the fact that Zapata is not yet a full international that has hampered the club's bid to get their man a work permit- despite the fact that Colombia sit 3rd in the FIFA world rankings and the 20 year old is widely considered to be a shoe-in for a place in the country's squad for next summer's World Cup.
West Ham manager Sam Allardyce will now focus on other targets, such as Sporting Gijon's Oscar Trejo, who the club were reported to this afternoon have made a £1.8m bid for.
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West Ham will not be signing Duvan Zapata and will look at other options after the forward's application for a work permit ran into difficulties.
The Hammers last week agreed a £6.7m fee with the Colombian U20 international's club Estudiantes and it is understood that it is the fact that Zapata is not yet a full international that has hampered the club's bid to get their man a work permit- despite the fact that Colombia sit 3rd in the FIFA world rankings and the 20 year old is widely considered to be a shoe-in for a place in the country's squad for next summer's World Cup.
West Ham manager Sam Allardyce will now focus on other targets, such as Sporting Gijon's Oscar Trejo, who the club were reported to this afternoon have made a £1.8m bid for.
Hammers in Argentine striker offer
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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West Ham have made a reported £1.8m offer to Spanish side Sporting Gijon for their forward Oscar Trejo, according to the Mirror.
The Hammers have been in talks with the 25 year old’s agent for several days and have now made a formal offer for him. They will, however, face competition for Trejo, with Toulouse also having believed to have made an offer and Olympiakos interested as well.
The exciting attacker is said to favour a move to England and is keen to leave Sporting, who owe him several months’ wages. Gijon are believed to be holding out for £2.4m for Trejo but may well take what they can get from West Ham, who hope to conclude a deal by Sunday night.
Crucial legal paperwork relating to Boleyn Ground future mislaid
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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Interesting revelations about the future of the Boleyn Ground after 2016 have emerged after vital legal paperwork was mislaid.
The ground, where the Hammers have played since 1904 after moving from Hermit Road, is set to become a retail park with luxury flats built on it.
However, the Brentwood Gazette reported yesterday, a historic agreement exists between the club and the Diocese of Brentwood, which is represented by a missing document. If located, this document would give the diocese the right to place constraints on for which purposes the land can be used, potentially jeopardising the club's plans for Upton Park.
The agreement was made in 1869, when the land was purchased by the Westminster Diocesan Education Fund in order to build St Edward's Reformatory for boys.
Yesterday, a spokeswoman for for the Diocese of Brentwood said: "Land Registry records suggest that there were some restrictive covenants placed on the club at that time but neither the diocese nor the land registry can locate any documents relating to them."
The club were unavailable for comment at the time.
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Interesting revelations about the future of the Boleyn Ground after 2016 have emerged after vital legal paperwork was mislaid.
The ground, where the Hammers have played since 1904 after moving from Hermit Road, is set to become a retail park with luxury flats built on it.
However, the Brentwood Gazette reported yesterday, a historic agreement exists between the club and the Diocese of Brentwood, which is represented by a missing document. If located, this document would give the diocese the right to place constraints on for which purposes the land can be used, potentially jeopardising the club's plans for Upton Park.
The agreement was made in 1869, when the land was purchased by the Westminster Diocesan Education Fund in order to build St Edward's Reformatory for boys.
Yesterday, a spokeswoman for for the Diocese of Brentwood said: "Land Registry records suggest that there were some restrictive covenants placed on the club at that time but neither the diocese nor the land registry can locate any documents relating to them."
The club were unavailable for comment at the time.
West Ham to miss out on Inter star as Malaga close in
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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Spanish side Malaga are the favourites to sign Inter Milan midfielder Zdravko Kuzmanovic, according to reports coming in from Italy this afternoon.
Malaga are keen to sign a central midfielder after the sale of Isco to La Liga rivals Real Madrid and have more of a transfer budget than West Ham, who want to sign players on the cheap after a £16m outlay on England striker Andy Carroll.
Hammers manager Sam Allardyce confirmed over the weekend that he was interested in the Serbian international and was believed to be ready to make a bid in the region of £7m for Kuzmanovic, but now looks set to be trumped by the La Liga outfit.
Italian giants AC Milan are also interested in Kuzmanovic and are rumoured to be ready to swap Italy star Antonio Nocerino in return for the midfielder from their city rivals. An unnamed German side are also said to be keen on the Serbian international, who earnt his move to Inter in January after an impressive spell at Bundesliga side Stuttgart.
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Spanish side Malaga are the favourites to sign Inter Milan midfielder Zdravko Kuzmanovic, according to reports coming in from Italy this afternoon.
Malaga are keen to sign a central midfielder after the sale of Isco to La Liga rivals Real Madrid and have more of a transfer budget than West Ham, who want to sign players on the cheap after a £16m outlay on England striker Andy Carroll.
Hammers manager Sam Allardyce confirmed over the weekend that he was interested in the Serbian international and was believed to be ready to make a bid in the region of £7m for Kuzmanovic, but now looks set to be trumped by the La Liga outfit.
Italian giants AC Milan are also interested in Kuzmanovic and are rumoured to be ready to swap Italy star Antonio Nocerino in return for the midfielder from their city rivals. An unnamed German side are also said to be keen on the Serbian international, who earnt his move to Inter in January after an impressive spell at Bundesliga side Stuttgart.
Hammers target Campbell up for grabs after work permit received
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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West Ham are on red alert after the agent of Arsenal striker Joel Campbell confirmed that the Costa Rican has received his work permit.
Joaquim Batica told ESPN: "Joel has received his visa and I am in London with him working on his future."
"I had meetings with Arsenal and we are working on his next destination."
The Hammers are keen to sign another striker as support and, in the early stages of the season, back-up to Andy Carroll as the England striker recovers from a heel injury incurred in the final game of last season- and young Gunner Campbell would fit the bill perfectly, with Arsenal keen to loan the 20 year old out to another Premier League side.
Top flight new boys Crystal Palace, however, start the early favourites to land the Costa Rica international.
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West Ham are on red alert after the agent of Arsenal striker Joel Campbell confirmed that the Costa Rican has received his work permit.
Joaquim Batica told ESPN: "Joel has received his visa and I am in London with him working on his future."
"I had meetings with Arsenal and we are working on his next destination."
The Hammers are keen to sign another striker as support and, in the early stages of the season, back-up to Andy Carroll as the England striker recovers from a heel injury incurred in the final game of last season- and young Gunner Campbell would fit the bill perfectly, with Arsenal keen to loan the 20 year old out to another Premier League side.
Top flight new boys Crystal Palace, however, start the early favourites to land the Costa Rica international.
Irons in for Kalou
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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West Ham are set to beat Premier League rivals West Brom to the signing of former Chelsea striker Salomon Kalou, Blowing Bubbles understands.
The Ivory Coast international has long had a fan in Hammers manager Sam Allardyce and the club are believed to be currently in talks with Kalou and his representatives with a view to a move. The striker's French club, Lille, are understood to be willing to do business for a fee in the region of £3m.
West Brom had previously looked favourites to land the skilful forward but this late move by Allardyce, made just as Albion looked to seal the deal, is said to have pushed the East London side into pole position in the race to sign Kalou.
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West Ham are set to beat Premier League rivals West Brom to the signing of former Chelsea striker Salomon Kalou, Blowing Bubbles understands.
The Ivory Coast international has long had a fan in Hammers manager Sam Allardyce and the club are believed to be currently in talks with Kalou and his representatives with a view to a move. The striker's French club, Lille, are understood to be willing to do business for a fee in the region of £3m.
West Brom had previously looked favourites to land the skilful forward but this late move by Allardyce, made just as Albion looked to seal the deal, is said to have pushed the East London side into pole position in the race to sign Kalou.
Wednesday, 17 July 2013
Bramble keeping options open- Irons deal still possible
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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A deal for Titus Bramble at West Ham could still be on as the defender said today that he has a few offers open to him.
Speaking to Sky Sports, he said: "I'm not ruling anything out, there are a few options. The main thing is for me to stay fit ahead of wherever I may end up."
The ex Sunderland man has been training with the Hammers and started the recent friendly against Cork City as he aims to keep his fitness levels up ahead of the new season, sparking speculation that the Irons are set to offer the defender a contract.
However, Bramble last night turned out for hometown club Ipswich, for whom he made his professional debut in 1998 as they triumphed 2-1 over League 1 side Gillingham.
West Ham manager Sam Allardyce was earlier said to be mulling over whether to sign Bramble or not, and there has been no official confirmation from either Allardyce or the Hammers that the 31 year old has left the club and contrary to reports yesterday, no final decision has been made by the Upton Park club on Bramble.
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A deal for Titus Bramble at West Ham could still be on as the defender said today that he has a few offers open to him.
Speaking to Sky Sports, he said: "I'm not ruling anything out, there are a few options. The main thing is for me to stay fit ahead of wherever I may end up."
The ex Sunderland man has been training with the Hammers and started the recent friendly against Cork City as he aims to keep his fitness levels up ahead of the new season, sparking speculation that the Irons are set to offer the defender a contract.
However, Bramble last night turned out for hometown club Ipswich, for whom he made his professional debut in 1998 as they triumphed 2-1 over League 1 side Gillingham.
West Ham manager Sam Allardyce was earlier said to be mulling over whether to sign Bramble or not, and there has been no official confirmation from either Allardyce or the Hammers that the 31 year old has left the club and contrary to reports yesterday, no final decision has been made by the Upton Park club on Bramble.
No midfield signings needed says Allardyce amid Dorrans speculation
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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West Brom midfielder Graham Dorrans will not be heading to the Boleyn Ground after Irons boss Sam Allardyce rejected reports he is preparing a bid.
Speaking after last night's 2-1 friendly win over Colchester, Allardyce said: "We have no interest in Graham Dorrans."
"He is a midfield player and you saw how many midfielders we had out there tonight."
The Hammers lost a versatile midfielder in May after Gary O'Neil opted to reject a new deal at Upton Park but with the emergence of youngster Ravel Morrison and a rapidly healing relationship between Allardyce and Alou Diarra after a bust-up between the pair last season which saw the Frenchman move on loan to Rennes in January, the club seemingly have no need to strengthen their midfield ranks.
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West Brom midfielder Graham Dorrans will not be heading to the Boleyn Ground after Irons boss Sam Allardyce rejected reports he is preparing a bid.
Speaking after last night's 2-1 friendly win over Colchester, Allardyce said: "We have no interest in Graham Dorrans."
"He is a midfield player and you saw how many midfielders we had out there tonight."
The Hammers lost a versatile midfielder in May after Gary O'Neil opted to reject a new deal at Upton Park but with the emergence of youngster Ravel Morrison and a rapidly healing relationship between Allardyce and Alou Diarra after a bust-up between the pair last season which saw the Frenchman move on loan to Rennes in January, the club seemingly have no need to strengthen their midfield ranks.
Downing 'not considering' Hammers switch
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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Stewart Downing will not be joining West Ham this summer after the Liverpool winger stated that he had no interest in a move.
He said: "It's not something I am going to consider. I think there have been a couple of rumours going around and maybe that's because I was told last season that I could leave."
"But I have spoken to the manager and he's said that he's happy for me to stay. As far as I see it I'm here to play- if I'm not in the team and not playing then that's a discussion we'll have then but at the minute I have absolutely no reason to leave."
West Ham manager Sam Allardyce earlier today ruled out a move for the England man, telling the Sun that he didn't 'think we could afford' Downing.
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Stewart Downing will not be joining West Ham this summer after the Liverpool winger stated that he had no interest in a move.
He said: "It's not something I am going to consider. I think there have been a couple of rumours going around and maybe that's because I was told last season that I could leave."
"But I have spoken to the manager and he's said that he's happy for me to stay. As far as I see it I'm here to play- if I'm not in the team and not playing then that's a discussion we'll have then but at the minute I have absolutely no reason to leave."
West Ham manager Sam Allardyce earlier today ruled out a move for the England man, telling the Sun that he didn't 'think we could afford' Downing.
Norwich join chase for Anderlecht cruncher Kouyate
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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West Ham will have to fight off competition from three Premier League rivals if they want to sign Senegal defender Cheikou Kouyate, say the Times.
Big spending Norwich are the latest side to be linked with the defender, who yesterday declared himself open to a move to England, amid report interest from Newcastle, Southampton and the Hammers. French sides Lyon and Marseille are also said to be keen on Kouyate.
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West Ham will have to fight off competition from three Premier League rivals if they want to sign Senegal defender Cheikou Kouyate, say the Times.
Big spending Norwich are the latest side to be linked with the defender, who yesterday declared himself open to a move to England, amid report interest from Newcastle, Southampton and the Hammers. French sides Lyon and Marseille are also said to be keen on Kouyate.
Big Sam casts doubt on Zapata move
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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West Ham manager Sam Allardyce has said that he is not sure whether the wrangle over Colombian striker Duvan Zapata's work permit is worth it.
He said: "It's whether we can get the work permit through, that's the only thing. Based on the fact that he's not a full international, we would have to go to a hearing."
Allardyce said that that he would make a decision on Zupata soon, saying: "We'd have to decide in the next 24 hours whether on our part or the player's part, that would be worth doing."
Yesterday, a highly-placed Hammers source told Sports Direct News that even in the event that a work permit is secured for the 20 year old, the Irons chief may still turn down the chance to sign him.
The source stated yesterday: "The deal for Zapata is there and can be taken up if the work permit appeal goes through- but it is a sign of the manager's determination to get things absolutely right that he is still looking around [for alternative signings]."
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West Ham manager Sam Allardyce has said that he is not sure whether the wrangle over Colombian striker Duvan Zapata's work permit is worth it.
He said: "It's whether we can get the work permit through, that's the only thing. Based on the fact that he's not a full international, we would have to go to a hearing."
Allardyce said that that he would make a decision on Zupata soon, saying: "We'd have to decide in the next 24 hours whether on our part or the player's part, that would be worth doing."
Yesterday, a highly-placed Hammers source told Sports Direct News that even in the event that a work permit is secured for the 20 year old, the Irons chief may still turn down the chance to sign him.
The source stated yesterday: "The deal for Zapata is there and can be taken up if the work permit appeal goes through- but it is a sign of the manager's determination to get things absolutely right that he is still looking around [for alternative signings]."
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