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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.
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Saturday, 20 July 2013
Friday, 19 July 2013
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%.
Monday, 15 July 2013
Gold defends Hammers ticket prices once more
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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West Ham co-chairman David Gold has taken to Twitter to defend the club's new pricing which could see fans being charged up to £77 for a ticket.
Fans have also been using the social networking site to voice their discontent over the new pricing, with one fan tweeting: 'I'm a student, how am I ever supposed to afford a ticket? The prices are insane. It's a £100+ day out.'
Another supporter tweeted Gold himself, saying: 'West Ham's ticket prices are a disgrace this season @DavidGoldWHU anyone would think we are successful the amount you're charging!'
But the co-chairman, who on Friday, in an interview with Sports Direct News, pointed to the negative effects of what he described as 'mischief making reports' and said the prices were affordable.
Gold followed up on the interview, in which he made the point that clubs with the lowest ticket prices 'in many cases find themselves relegated' and that 'there is a direct correlation between prices charged and league position' by tweeting further on the subject.
He said: "If west ham reduced there (sic) ticket prices to £20 and our competitors remained the same we would soon get relegated."
This is not the first time that the co-chairman has been under fire because of ticket prices- in April, the club were strongly criticised by supporters after reports of rises in ticket prices for disabled fans.
In his tweets this morning however, Gold did accept that Premier League ticket prices generally are inflated because of players' wages, saying: 'Lowering players (sic) wages to fund lower ticket prices can only be achieved through the Premier League unfortunately the big clubs are against'.
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West Ham co-chairman David Gold has taken to Twitter to defend the club's new pricing which could see fans being charged up to £77 for a ticket.
Fans have also been using the social networking site to voice their discontent over the new pricing, with one fan tweeting: 'I'm a student, how am I ever supposed to afford a ticket? The prices are insane. It's a £100+ day out.'
Another supporter tweeted Gold himself, saying: 'West Ham's ticket prices are a disgrace this season @DavidGoldWHU anyone would think we are successful the amount you're charging!'
But the co-chairman, who on Friday, in an interview with Sports Direct News, pointed to the negative effects of what he described as 'mischief making reports' and said the prices were affordable.
Gold followed up on the interview, in which he made the point that clubs with the lowest ticket prices 'in many cases find themselves relegated' and that 'there is a direct correlation between prices charged and league position' by tweeting further on the subject.
He said: "If west ham reduced there (sic) ticket prices to £20 and our competitors remained the same we would soon get relegated."
This is not the first time that the co-chairman has been under fire because of ticket prices- in April, the club were strongly criticised by supporters after reports of rises in ticket prices for disabled fans.
In his tweets this morning however, Gold did accept that Premier League ticket prices generally are inflated because of players' wages, saying: 'Lowering players (sic) wages to fund lower ticket prices can only be achieved through the Premier League unfortunately the big clubs are against'.
Carroll likely to be ready for Cardiff opener: Gold
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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West Ham striker Andy Carroll has a good chance of being ready for the start of the Premier League campaign, says Hammers co-chairman David Gold.
Speaking to Sports Direct News, Gold said that he was 'confident' that the England man would have made sufficient progress with his recovery from injury to be in contention to face top flight new boys Cardiff on August 17.
"Andy is looking good and there's time before the first game," the Irons co-chairman said.
"He's getting there and I'm optimistic he will be fit for the start of the campaign. Obviously I can't say 100% but all the reports are very good."
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West Ham striker Andy Carroll has a good chance of being ready for the start of the Premier League campaign, says Hammers co-chairman David Gold.
Speaking to Sports Direct News, Gold said that he was 'confident' that the England man would have made sufficient progress with his recovery from injury to be in contention to face top flight new boys Cardiff on August 17.
"Andy is looking good and there's time before the first game," the Irons co-chairman said.
"He's getting there and I'm optimistic he will be fit for the start of the campaign. Obviously I can't say 100% but all the reports are very good."
Friday, 12 July 2013
Diame set for Bournemouth return
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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West Ham midfielder Mohammed Diame could make his first appearance of pre season for the Hammers tomorrow afternoon against Championship new boys Bournemouth.
Co-chairman David Gold tweeted an hour ago: 'Mohamed (sic) Diame is in the squad for tomorrow's game against Bournemouth kick off 3.00pm'.
The midfielder has been the subject of yet more media attention this week after reports that new Everton boss Roberto Martinez is keen to be reunited with the man who he worked with at previous club Wigan. However, claims by various so-called "ITKs" on Twitter that the Senegal international's release clause had been triggered by the Goodison Park club were found to be incorrect and Gold confirmed on Wednesday morning that no inquiry or bid had been lodged for Diame.
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West Ham midfielder Mohammed Diame could make his first appearance of pre season for the Hammers tomorrow afternoon against Championship new boys Bournemouth.
Co-chairman David Gold tweeted an hour ago: 'Mohamed (sic) Diame is in the squad for tomorrow's game against Bournemouth kick off 3.00pm'.
The midfielder has been the subject of yet more media attention this week after reports that new Everton boss Roberto Martinez is keen to be reunited with the man who he worked with at previous club Wigan. However, claims by various so-called "ITKs" on Twitter that the Senegal international's release clause had been triggered by the Goodison Park club were found to be incorrect and Gold confirmed on Wednesday morning that no inquiry or bid had been lodged for Diame.
Friday, 17 May 2013
Allardyce warns fans of need for transfer market prudence
West Ham manager Sam Allardyce has stated, not for the first time, that the club must be careful when delving into the transfer market to strengthen the side this summer in light of the new Premier League financial restrictions.
"The financial restrictions kick in this year and we must be careful where and how we spend our money to try and improve the side, which is something we must do," the Hammers boss told TalkSport this morning.
"It makes life that little more difficult. We'll have to learn to deal with it and hopefully, we can get better despite those restrictions."
Allardyce's chairman, David Gold, issued the same platitudes about the need for financial prudence in his exclusive interview with Blowing Bubbles in our final issue of the season, and told us that 'we can't charge £140 for season tickets and pay Andy Carroll whatever he wants."
The full interview with Gold can be read in the issue, which is completely free and available here.
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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"The financial restrictions kick in this year and we must be careful where and how we spend our money to try and improve the side, which is something we must do," the Hammers boss told TalkSport this morning.
"It makes life that little more difficult. We'll have to learn to deal with it and hopefully, we can get better despite those restrictions."
Allardyce's chairman, David Gold, issued the same platitudes about the need for financial prudence in his exclusive interview with Blowing Bubbles in our final issue of the season, and told us that 'we can't charge £140 for season tickets and pay Andy Carroll whatever he wants."
The full interview with Gold can be read in the issue, which is completely free and available here.
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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Sunday, 12 May 2013
Hammers confirm 'fantastic' news of Allardyce stay
West Ham have this afternoon confirmed the news reported to you by Blowing Bubbles earlier today that manager Sam Allardyce has signed a new two year deal at the club.
The news was last night broken by co-chairman David Sullivan's son Jack on Twitter but an official statement has now been made by the club, and both Sullivan and his co-chairman David Gold have told of their happiness at retaining the services of the former Bolton, Newcastle and Blackburn manager.
"This is fantastic news for West Ham United," Gold said today. "Sam has made a hugely positive impact since joining the club nearly two years ago. We [originally] chose to recruit Sam because we knew he would bring discipline, determination, passion and respect to Chadwell Heath and he has delivered on all fronts. It is obvious that Sam is respected by all the players and the relationships that exist throughout the club are some of the best I've seen in my 20 years in football. We can now look forward to the next few years with optimism and I am already excited about our plans for the 2013/2013 season.
David Sullivan was equally elated but somewhat unsurprisingly, could not resist moulding his praise for Allardyce around a strong Olympic Stadium theme.
"I am delighted that we have reached an agreement to extend Sam Allardyce's stay at West Ham United," said Sullivan.
"We have a very real possibility of achieving a top ten finish this season, which would exceed all our expectations and be a fantastic achievement for a newly-promoted side. With Sam's future now secured and our Premier League survival guaranteed for next season, Sam will now have the exciting challenge of building a squad that will befit a team playing in the Olympic Stadium."
"With a highly-rated manager, a stunning new home and two high-profile sponsorship agreements announced in the last few months, these are extremely exciting times for West Ham United."
The Irons do, of course, have a game to play up at Everton in just over an hour, and Allardyce will want to celebrate with a win. We'll get you some team news as it comes through.
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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The news was last night broken by co-chairman David Sullivan's son Jack on Twitter but an official statement has now been made by the club, and both Sullivan and his co-chairman David Gold have told of their happiness at retaining the services of the former Bolton, Newcastle and Blackburn manager.
"This is fantastic news for West Ham United," Gold said today. "Sam has made a hugely positive impact since joining the club nearly two years ago. We [originally] chose to recruit Sam because we knew he would bring discipline, determination, passion and respect to Chadwell Heath and he has delivered on all fronts. It is obvious that Sam is respected by all the players and the relationships that exist throughout the club are some of the best I've seen in my 20 years in football. We can now look forward to the next few years with optimism and I am already excited about our plans for the 2013/2013 season.
David Sullivan was equally elated but somewhat unsurprisingly, could not resist moulding his praise for Allardyce around a strong Olympic Stadium theme.
"I am delighted that we have reached an agreement to extend Sam Allardyce's stay at West Ham United," said Sullivan.
"We have a very real possibility of achieving a top ten finish this season, which would exceed all our expectations and be a fantastic achievement for a newly-promoted side. With Sam's future now secured and our Premier League survival guaranteed for next season, Sam will now have the exciting challenge of building a squad that will befit a team playing in the Olympic Stadium."
"With a highly-rated manager, a stunning new home and two high-profile sponsorship agreements announced in the last few months, these are extremely exciting times for West Ham United."
The Irons do, of course, have a game to play up at Everton in just over an hour, and Allardyce will want to celebrate with a win. We'll get you some team news as it comes through.
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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Wednesday, 8 May 2013
Cesar will leave this summe,r says Redknapp as Hammers circle Brazil keeper
Queens Park Rangers boss Harry Redknapp has told Sky Sports that he can't see goalkeeper Julio Cesar staying at Loftus Road beyond the end of the summer, amid reports that West Ham manager Sam Allardyce is considering a swoop for the Brazil international.
"I don't see him playing here next season," Redknapp said today.
"Julio is not a player for the Championship- he has a World Cup coming up [next summer] so he needs to be playing. I think he is a player for a top Italian team, a top Spanish team or a top Premier League team. He is good enough to be playing anywhere."
Arsenal are also said to be interested in the former Inter Milan stopper, while Hammers' sources were yesterday quick to deny goalkeeping speculation, with Villa keeper Brad Guzan also being linked with a move to the Boleyn Ground this summer.
Current West Ham number 1 Jussi Jaaskelainen has recently signed a new one year deal at the club, but at the age of 38, manager Allardyce knows he has to build for the future. Reserve goalkeeper Stephen Henderson, who signed from Portsmouth at the back end of last season, is not considered by the club to yet be ready to fill Jaaskelainen's boots and has spent most of this season on loan at Championship side Ipswich Town.
Hammers co-chairman David Gold stated last month the club's intentions to create a 'new look' side for next season, built around youth, rather than experience as it has been this season and so although the main focus for West Ham is strengthening their attack, there is a desire from within the club to bring what Gold describes as 'young, stronger players' into all areas of the team.
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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"I don't see him playing here next season," Redknapp said today.
"Julio is not a player for the Championship- he has a World Cup coming up [next summer] so he needs to be playing. I think he is a player for a top Italian team, a top Spanish team or a top Premier League team. He is good enough to be playing anywhere."
Arsenal are also said to be interested in the former Inter Milan stopper, while Hammers' sources were yesterday quick to deny goalkeeping speculation, with Villa keeper Brad Guzan also being linked with a move to the Boleyn Ground this summer.
Current West Ham number 1 Jussi Jaaskelainen has recently signed a new one year deal at the club, but at the age of 38, manager Allardyce knows he has to build for the future. Reserve goalkeeper Stephen Henderson, who signed from Portsmouth at the back end of last season, is not considered by the club to yet be ready to fill Jaaskelainen's boots and has spent most of this season on loan at Championship side Ipswich Town.
Hammers co-chairman David Gold stated last month the club's intentions to create a 'new look' side for next season, built around youth, rather than experience as it has been this season and so although the main focus for West Ham is strengthening their attack, there is a desire from within the club to bring what Gold describes as 'young, stronger players' into all areas of the team.
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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Tuesday, 7 May 2013
Proven goalscorer plus four more through Boleyn Ground doors this summer, says Sullivan
West Ham co-chairman David Sullivan has said that he intends to bring five new signings to the club this summer as the Hammers aim to consolidate Premier League survival next season.
"Our planning has already started to make sure that next season is even better than this one," Sullivan told TalkSport.
"Our aim for the coming season is to bring in four or five players that will strengthen the squad and give Sam Allardyce greater options and variety next season.. a crucial factor in that is recruiting the right players in the right positions. We will be aiming to bring in at least one proven goalscorer to bolster our attacking threat."
Co-chairman David Gold revealed last month that the club would be likely to pursue an entirely new transfer policy this coming summer than the one pursued last summer after promotion to the Premier League, which revolved largely upon signing seasoned top flight professionals such as James Collins and Matt Jarvis.
This summer's transfer policy, according to Gold, is one which will be based around signing 'young, stronger players,' and the media speculation in recent days has reflected that claim, with the Irons being linked with Birmingham star Nathan Redmond and Heerenveen hotshot Alfred Finnbogason.
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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"Our planning has already started to make sure that next season is even better than this one," Sullivan told TalkSport.
"Our aim for the coming season is to bring in four or five players that will strengthen the squad and give Sam Allardyce greater options and variety next season.. a crucial factor in that is recruiting the right players in the right positions. We will be aiming to bring in at least one proven goalscorer to bolster our attacking threat."
Co-chairman David Gold revealed last month that the club would be likely to pursue an entirely new transfer policy this coming summer than the one pursued last summer after promotion to the Premier League, which revolved largely upon signing seasoned top flight professionals such as James Collins and Matt Jarvis.
This summer's transfer policy, according to Gold, is one which will be based around signing 'young, stronger players,' and the media speculation in recent days has reflected that claim, with the Irons being linked with Birmingham star Nathan Redmond and Heerenveen hotshot Alfred Finnbogason.
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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Breaking Brad: Irons keen on Villa keeper Guzan
West Ham are eyeing a summer move for Aston Villa goalkeeper Brad Guzan, according to the Sun this morning.
The USA international has put in some impressive performances in a tough season at Villa Park and Hammers boss Sam Allardyce is reportedly ready to test Villa's resolve with an early bid for £5m-rated Guzan.
Allardyce himself has yet to put pen to paper on a new deal, but is said to have been in negotiations with the club and according to co-chairman David Gold last month, an announcement will be made as soon as Premier League safety is secured. Survival was last night secured after Sunderland's 1-1 draw with Stoke, and Allardyce is believed to be already planning for next season.
The Sun's story also states that Big Sam has made keeper Guzan 'his top transfer target' for next season- an interesting statement, given the recent speculation surrounding on-loan Liverpool striker Andy Carroll.
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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The USA international has put in some impressive performances in a tough season at Villa Park and Hammers boss Sam Allardyce is reportedly ready to test Villa's resolve with an early bid for £5m-rated Guzan.
Allardyce himself has yet to put pen to paper on a new deal, but is said to have been in negotiations with the club and according to co-chairman David Gold last month, an announcement will be made as soon as Premier League safety is secured. Survival was last night secured after Sunderland's 1-1 draw with Stoke, and Allardyce is believed to be already planning for next season.
The Sun's story also states that Big Sam has made keeper Guzan 'his top transfer target' for next season- an interesting statement, given the recent speculation surrounding on-loan Liverpool striker Andy Carroll.
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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Sunday, 5 May 2013
Irons in £1m swoop for City slicker Redmond
West Ham are lining up a cut-price move for Birmingham midfielder Nathan Redmond, according to the Sun.
The 19 year old has had yet another impressive season for the Blues and has earned high praise for his mature displays in midfield alongside Hammers loanee Ravel Morrison, and Hammers boss Sam Allardyce is said to be lining up a £1m move for the England U19 international.
The Irons were originally linked with Redmond last summer, after promotion from the Championship but no move materialised as Allardyce pursued more experienced signings. However, with co-chairman David Gold stating last month the club's intentions to get some "young, stronger players" in, a deal for the talented young attacker could well be on the cards.
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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The 19 year old has had yet another impressive season for the Blues and has earned high praise for his mature displays in midfield alongside Hammers loanee Ravel Morrison, and Hammers boss Sam Allardyce is said to be lining up a £1m move for the England U19 international.
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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Friday, 3 May 2013
Big Sam has signed new deal, claim club sponsors
West Ham manager Sam Allardyce has put pen to paper on a new deal at the Boleyn Ground, according to the club's official sponsor SBOBET.
The company's Twitter account tweeted 15 minutes ago that "Sources have confirmed that #WestHam manager Sam Allardyce has already agreed and signed a new deal with his club."
Big Sam is out of contract at the end of the season and negotiations are thought to be ongoing over a new deal, but the 59 year old is not expected to be offered a new contract until the Hammers are mathematically safe, if we are to go by the word of co-chairman David Gold.
The club are expected to end their four year sponsorship deal with SBOBET at the end of the current season, as we reported to you in February.
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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The company's Twitter account tweeted 15 minutes ago that "Sources have confirmed that #WestHam manager Sam Allardyce has already agreed and signed a new deal with his club."
Big Sam is out of contract at the end of the season and negotiations are thought to be ongoing over a new deal, but the 59 year old is not expected to be offered a new contract until the Hammers are mathematically safe, if we are to go by the word of co-chairman David Gold.
The club are expected to end their four year sponsorship deal with SBOBET at the end of the current season, as we reported to you in February.
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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