By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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Dutch club FC Twente have today confirmed that no English clubs have made an offer for their Belgium international winger Nacer Chadli.
West Ham, along with London rivals Tottenham and Capital One Cup winners Swansea were all linked with the player last week but according to the Dutch side, only the Swans have made an offer for Chadli- which he rejected.
Speaking to Sky Sports, Twente chairman Joop Munsterman said today: "So far only Swansea and Shakhtar [Ukrainian side Shakhtar Donetsk] have made concrete offers, and are still options, even though Nacer has opted not to go to them. We hope for some clarity this week."
West Ham manager Sam Allardyce was reported to have made an inquiry for Chadli but nothing more and the Irons' chances of landing the player seem distant as it is understood that the young Belgian is holding out for a move to Spurs, with the attraction of European football a consideration.
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Thursday, 11 July 2013
Local boy Cole targets Wembley for West Ham
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
West Ham midfielder Joe Cole has told the Newham Recorder that he is targeting glory and a big day out for the club next season.
The Hammers sealed promotion back to the top flight with a 2-1 win over Blackpool at Wembley in 2012 but Cole has echoed the words of Hammers' teammate Matt Jarvis in stating his ambition for the club to end their 33 year silverware drought.
The 31 year old midfielder, who returned to the club on a free transfer from Liverpool in January, lifted the FA Cup at Wembley with Chelsea in 2009 and 2010 and now wants to do the same with West Ham.
He said: "I think the ambition of the club at the moment is improvement- but for me personally, I would love to take this club to Wembley because those are the days you remember at the end of your career."
"You look at Swansea and Wigan last year and we would like a little bit of that because it has been such a long time since West Ham have been at Wembley."
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West Ham midfielder Joe Cole has told the Newham Recorder that he is targeting glory and a big day out for the club next season.
The Hammers sealed promotion back to the top flight with a 2-1 win over Blackpool at Wembley in 2012 but Cole has echoed the words of Hammers' teammate Matt Jarvis in stating his ambition for the club to end their 33 year silverware drought.
The 31 year old midfielder, who returned to the club on a free transfer from Liverpool in January, lifted the FA Cup at Wembley with Chelsea in 2009 and 2010 and now wants to do the same with West Ham.
He said: "I think the ambition of the club at the moment is improvement- but for me personally, I would love to take this club to Wembley because those are the days you remember at the end of your career."
"You look at Swansea and Wigan last year and we would like a little bit of that because it has been such a long time since West Ham have been at Wembley."
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Bony switch to Swansea confirmed
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
West Ham's small hopes of landing Vitesse Arnhem striker Wilfried Bony have been dashed after the Welsh club confirmed his signing earlier today.
"This move has been talked about for some time so I am delighted it has all been completed," the 24 year old told the Swans' official website.
The Hammers were among a whole host of clubs including Chelsea, Arsenal and Fulham to be linked with the Ivory Coast international over the last couple of months, and held talks with the forward in London before the end of last season, but after agreeing a deal earlier this week, Bony's move to South Wales has now been confirmed.
"I believe it's the right step for me, the perfect move," the striker said.
"I had a lot of offers from all over the world but I considered everything and Swansea came out on top."
West Ham manager Sam Allardyce is still reportedly keen on signing a striker partner for Andy Carroll and has been linked with moves for Celtic's Gary Hooper and Lille's Salomon Kalou as well as agreeing a fee for Colombia U20 international Duvan Zapata.
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West Ham's small hopes of landing Vitesse Arnhem striker Wilfried Bony have been dashed after the Welsh club confirmed his signing earlier today.
"This move has been talked about for some time so I am delighted it has all been completed," the 24 year old told the Swans' official website.
The Hammers were among a whole host of clubs including Chelsea, Arsenal and Fulham to be linked with the Ivory Coast international over the last couple of months, and held talks with the forward in London before the end of last season, but after agreeing a deal earlier this week, Bony's move to South Wales has now been confirmed.
"I believe it's the right step for me, the perfect move," the striker said.
"I had a lot of offers from all over the world but I considered everything and Swansea came out on top."
West Ham manager Sam Allardyce is still reportedly keen on signing a striker partner for Andy Carroll and has been linked with moves for Celtic's Gary Hooper and Lille's Salomon Kalou as well as agreeing a fee for Colombia U20 international Duvan Zapata.
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Wednesday, 10 July 2013
Irons to battle Spurs for Belgium star Chadli
Sam Allardyce's quest for a wide player has advanced after the West Ham boss made an inquiry about FC Twente winger Nacer Chadli.
The Belgium international is attracting much interest and Premier League sides Liverpool, Fulham and Tottenham have all joined the Hammers in inquiring about the explosive winger.
Spurs are currently leading the chase for Chadli after reports in Holland this morning that the North London outfit are in talks with Twente about a deal for their prize asset. However, the two clubs are thought to be some way apart in terms of valuation as Spurs have put a deal worth around £7m on the table and the Dutch side want a figure closer to £9m.
Swansea, who are expected to conclude a deal for Ivory Coast striker Wilfried Bony today, are also interested in the player.
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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The Belgium international is attracting much interest and Premier League sides Liverpool, Fulham and Tottenham have all joined the Hammers in inquiring about the explosive winger.
Spurs are currently leading the chase for Chadli after reports in Holland this morning that the North London outfit are in talks with Twente about a deal for their prize asset. However, the two clubs are thought to be some way apart in terms of valuation as Spurs have put a deal worth around £7m on the table and the Dutch side want a figure closer to £9m.
Swansea, who are expected to conclude a deal for Ivory Coast striker Wilfried Bony today, are also interested in the player.
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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Friday, 24 May 2013
Out of Luk: Irons likely to miss out on Chelsea hotshot
West Ham look set to be one of a host of Premier League clubs who will miss out signing Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku this summer, according to the Sun.
The Hammers were reported to have inquired about the 20 year old's availability and were told by Chelsea that no decision will be made on Lukaku's future until a new permanent manager is appointed to the Stamford Bridge hotseat.
However, the Sun claim today that Lukaku, who notched 14 goals on loan at West Bromwich Albion this season, is keen on a move to German outfit Borussia Dortmund.
The Bundesliga side finished 2nd in the league this season and face a Champions League final showdown with rivals Bayern Munich later this month, and with German football in the ascendancy, Lukaku is said to feel that his best opportunities may be abroad and looks likely to snub the Irons, as well as Swansea, Everton, Fulham, Aston Villa and Newcastle.
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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The Hammers were reported to have inquired about the 20 year old's availability and were told by Chelsea that no decision will be made on Lukaku's future until a new permanent manager is appointed to the Stamford Bridge hotseat.
However, the Sun claim today that Lukaku, who notched 14 goals on loan at West Bromwich Albion this season, is keen on a move to German outfit Borussia Dortmund.
The Bundesliga side finished 2nd in the league this season and face a Champions League final showdown with rivals Bayern Munich later this month, and with German football in the ascendancy, Lukaku is said to feel that his best opportunities may be abroad and looks likely to snub the Irons, as well as Swansea, Everton, Fulham, Aston Villa and Newcastle.
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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Thursday, 16 May 2013
Striker search Lukaking up- Irons inquire about permanent deal for Chelsea striker
After 24 hours of speculation about the future of Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku, West Ham's interest in the striker has been confirmed as the club have been in touch with the Blues over a permanent move to bring the Belgium international to East London.
Premier League rivals Swansea were this morning reported to be 'close' to sealing a loan move for the 20 year old and, realising that they risked being left behind in the race for the pacy forward, the Irons have this afternoon become the second club to enter negotiations with the Stamford Bridge club over Lukaku, who has spent this season on loan at West Brom.
However, the Daily Mail report that the inquiry was met by an insistence from Chelsea that no decision would be made over the future of the striker until a new manager is appointed, with interim boss Rafa Benitez's short-term deal due to expire at the end of the season.
Benitez himself has said this afternoon that he expects the Blues to 'spend £100m and sign three or four players,' and praised the young players currently at the club such as Oriel Romelu, Cesar Azpilicueta and Victor Moses but did not mention Lukaku, thus raising serious questions about the powerful striker's future at the club.
The Hammers are said to have asked Chelsea to keep them informed with any future developments regarding the player's future.
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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Premier League rivals Swansea were this morning reported to be 'close' to sealing a loan move for the 20 year old and, realising that they risked being left behind in the race for the pacy forward, the Irons have this afternoon become the second club to enter negotiations with the Stamford Bridge club over Lukaku, who has spent this season on loan at West Brom.
However, the Daily Mail report that the inquiry was met by an insistence from Chelsea that no decision would be made over the future of the striker until a new manager is appointed, with interim boss Rafa Benitez's short-term deal due to expire at the end of the season.
Benitez himself has said this afternoon that he expects the Blues to 'spend £100m and sign three or four players,' and praised the young players currently at the club such as Oriel Romelu, Cesar Azpilicueta and Victor Moses but did not mention Lukaku, thus raising serious questions about the powerful striker's future at the club.
The Hammers are said to have asked Chelsea to keep them informed with any future developments regarding the player's future.
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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Like Schmeich: Irons want Foxes keeper
West Ham are eyeing yet another summer goalkeeping target, according to the Daily Mirror today. The Hammers have been linked with the likes of Jake Kean, Julio Cesar and Brad Guzan in recent weeks and are now reportedly sizing up a move for Leicester goalkeeper Kaspar Schmeichel- the son of legendary Manchester United and Denmark keeper Peter.
The 26 year old enjoyed a good season as the Foxes made the Championship play offs, losing out to Watford in the semis, and topped the season by making his international bow for Denmark against Macedonia in February.
The Irons will reportedly face competition from Swansea and newly promoted Hull for the former Manchester City stopper's signature.
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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The 26 year old enjoyed a good season as the Foxes made the Championship play offs, losing out to Watford in the semis, and topped the season by making his international bow for Denmark against Macedonia in February.
The Irons will reportedly face competition from Swansea and newly promoted Hull for the former Manchester City stopper's signature.
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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Swanning about: Welsh side close to deal for Hammers target Lukaku
Swansea are close to a season-long loan deal for Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku, the Daily Mail are reporting this morning.
Reports yesterday linked West Ham with a move for the Belgium international, but the Capital One Cup winners look set to gazumph a whole host of clubs including Everton, Aston Villa and Newcastle and seal a move for the exciting 20 year old.
Lukaku has lit up the Premier League this season with an impressive 14 goals on loan at West Brom and looks set for another move away from Stamford Bridge this summer, with the newly-crowned Europa League champions expected to spend big on another striker in the summer.
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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Reports yesterday linked West Ham with a move for the Belgium international, but the Capital One Cup winners look set to gazumph a whole host of clubs including Everton, Aston Villa and Newcastle and seal a move for the exciting 20 year old.
Lukaku has lit up the Premier League this season with an impressive 14 goals on loan at West Brom and looks set for another move away from Stamford Bridge this summer, with the newly-crowned Europa League champions expected to spend big on another striker in the summer.
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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Thursday, 9 May 2013
Fab Ab wants City assurances or will push for move- Irons on red alert
Reported West Ham target Abdisalam Ibrahim wants assurances from Manchester City that he is a part of their future, or he will look for a way out of the club, the Daily Star report today.
Hammers boss Sam Allardyce is a long-term admirer of the man dubbed 'the next Patrick Vieira,' and was accredited with an interest in the 22 year old in March.
Big Sam will, however, have to fight off competition for Ibrahim if he wants to land the Norway U21 international, with Premier League rivals Arsenal, Tottenham, Liverpool, Everton, Swansea, Aston Villa, West Brom and Fulham and Championship promotion hopefuls Brighton all reportedly interested in the midfielder.
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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Hammers boss Sam Allardyce is a long-term admirer of the man dubbed 'the next Patrick Vieira,' and was accredited with an interest in the 22 year old in March.
Big Sam will, however, have to fight off competition for Ibrahim if he wants to land the Norway U21 international, with Premier League rivals Arsenal, Tottenham, Liverpool, Everton, Swansea, Aston Villa, West Brom and Fulham and Championship promotion hopefuls Brighton all reportedly interested in the midfielder.
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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Thursday, 2 May 2013
We saw him first! Hammers face fight to land City starlet
West Ham will have to battle a whole host of Premier League clubs if they want to sign Manchester City midfielder Abdisalam Ibrahim this summer, according to Sky Sports.
The 21 year old, out of contract in the summer, was linked with the Irons in March, but now Arsenal, Tottenham, Liverpool, Everton and Swansea have all also been credited with an interest in the Norwegian U23 international, who has been earning rave reviews for his performances on loan at Stromsgodset in the Eliteserien.
With only one first team appearance to his name in three years at the Etihad Stadium, Ibrahim may well be tempted to move on this summer and definitely won't be short of suitors.
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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With only one first team appearance to his name in three years at the Etihad Stadium, Ibrahim may well be tempted to move on this summer and definitely won't be short of suitors.
By Alex Shilling, News Editor
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