West Ham confirmed the contract of Graham Potter on its official website on Thursday, January 9, 2025. The 49-year-old who took his first managerial job since he left his role at Chelsea signed a two-and-a-half-year contract with the London side.

Potter shared his optimism while speaking to West Ham supporters during his first interview with the Hammers.

He said,

"I am delighted to be here. It was important to me that I waited until a job came along that I felt was right for me, and equally that I was the right fit for the club I am joining. That is the feeling I have with West Ham United. My conversations with the chairman and the board have been very positive and constructive. We share the same values of hard work and high energy to create the solid foundations that can produce success. And we are on the same wavelength in terms of what is needed in the short term and then how we want to move the club forward in the medium to long term."

Potter will begin his role in trying to help the Hammers escape relegation as he will be looking to take them away from relegation battle to safety. His first assignment will be West Ham's FA Cup third-round tie at Aston Villa on Friday before they return to Premier League action at home to Fulham on Tuesday, January 14, 2025.

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The Hammers confirmed in a statement on its official website on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, after a series of bad results at the club across all competitions. According to West Ham, the decision to sack Julen Lopetegui was because of the current situation of the club in the league as it does not align with their plans after the first half of the season.

The statement read as follows,

"The first half of the 2024/25 season has not aligned with the Club’s ambitions and the Club has therefore taken action in line with its objectives. The Club can confirm that Assistant Head Coach Pablo Sanz, Head of Performance Oscar Caro, Head Analyst Juan Vicente Peinado, Fitness Coach Borja De Alba and Technical Coach Edu Rubio have also left with immediate effect. The Board would like to thank Julen and his staff for their hard work during their time with the Hammers and wish them every success for the future. The process of appointing a replacement is underway."

Lopetegui succeeded David Moyes towards the end of the 2023/24 season after the Scot left at the end of his contract; the Spanish won only six league matches and has the team 14th in the table despite spending more than £130m on transfers.

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West Ham, until their 2-0 away victory against high-flying Arsenal in late December, were having what many would describe as a good season. They were positioned well in the Premier League, inside the top six, and they’d also breezed through the Europa League group stage too. Anyone checking Premier League match betting online would see the odds reflected West Ham’s great form at the time, but a look now and they couldn’t tell a more different story.

Since defeating title challengers Arsenal on December 28, West Ham have gone six games without victory, which included three straight draws and then three consecutive defeats, defeats they failed to score in. Included in those reverses was a 6-0 loss at home to Mikel Arteta’s high-flying Gunners and a disappointing 2-0 away defeat to relegation candidates Nottingham Forest.

While some West Ham fans have vented their dissatisfaction with Moyes’ management and, more so, the playing style deployed by the Scot, things ramped up at the City Ground, where ‘Moyes Out’ banners were visible throughout the game. There’s always been respect for what Moyes has done while manager of West Ham across his two stints, but patience is beginning to wear thin, and a slide down the division and out of the European qualification places could give owner David Sullivan something to think about, even at such a late stage of the campaign.

Before the drop in form, there was talk that West Ham were keen to extend Moyes’ stay at the club beyond this summer and that Moyes himself was eager to remain in the hot seat. However, in light of recent results, the talks have likely been shelved. It could be a case of waiting to see if Moyes can turn things around, something he’s shown himself capable of doing before. Or, work could be underway to prepare for who’s next if a change is made before the season’s close.

It’s probably unlikely that West Ham will fire Moyes and replace him with a full-time replacement at this point, as it would make more sense to attempt to hire someone new for the long term in the summer months. So, West Ham legend and current sporting director at the club, Mark Noble, could be asked to take temporary charge if Sullivan and the board decide to act in the near future.

But, as seen many times previously, Sullivan has backed Moyes in the bad times and stuck with him, and it’s always worked out in the end. He could be inclined to do so again, especially as more European glory is achievable. However, if Premier League results don’t pick up soon, he may be left with no alternative but to relieve Moyes of his duties.

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West Ham confirmed the signing of the England international on its official website on Friday, January 26, 2024. Kalvin Phillips' decision to join the Hammers was due to lack of game time since he joined Manchester City from Leeds United.

He said,

"I am really pleased to be here, there’s always been a lot of speculation about me moving to West Ham, so I’m really excited to get going now. There’s so much to look forward to in the second half of the season for the Club and I can’t wait to be part of it. There’s an unbelievable group here and if I can come in and add the quality that I know I’m capable of, I’m sure we can give the West Ham fans plenty to be excited about between now and the end of the season."

The arrival of the midfielder will be a good addition to the Hammers who are looking to finish in a European position and also push for the possibility of winning the UEFA Europa League. He could make his debut on Thursday, February 1, 2025, Premier League fixture with AFC Bournemouth at London Stadium.

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Manchester United and West Ham United have agreed on a deal that will see Harry Maguire join the Hammers. The English defender was due to complete his move from Old Trafford to the London Stadium before the second week of the 2023/24 season.

West Ham have been left frustrated while waiting for Maguire to agree a pay-off from United. However, there is a chance the deal could still see the light of day but conversations around the deal have been halted.

The 30-year-old received a salary increase as a result of United qualifying for the Champions League and would receive a pay cut at West Ham. According to reports he is asking United to pay him £7 million before he can leave Old Trafford.

The English defender has been on the wrong side of the club's supporters since he joined the Red Devils from the foxes. He lost his place in the team's starting lineup following the arrival of Erik Ten Hag last season ( 2022/23).

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Manchester United and West Ham United have agreed on a deal in principle for Harry Maguire before the end of the 2023 summer transfer window. According to reports, the Hammers will pay £30 million for the player, however, the success of the deal is dependent on the payment structure between both clubs and personal terms.

This would bring an end to his four-year stint at Old Trafford, after joining the club for a record £80m fee for a defender from Leicester City in 2019. The Red Devils previously rejected a £20m move from the Hammers for Maguire.

The English defender has been on the wrong side of the club's supporters since he joined the Red Devils from the foxes. He lost his place in the team's starting lineup following the arrival of Erik Ten Hag last season ( 2022/23).

He was recently stripped of his captain's armband before the start of the new season. This will be the best thing for Maguire if the deal sees the light of day.

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2022/2023 UEFA Conference League winners West Ham United, is reportedly set to make an ambitious move in the transfer market for a Manchester United player.

Recent reports indicate that the London-based team has submitted a bid for Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay, signalling their intent to strengthen their midfield options for the upcoming season.

McTominay, a product of Manchester United's esteemed youth academy, who was not as active as he would have liked under the leadership of Erik Ten Hag is a player the Hammers are reportedly eyeing to fill the vacant position left by Rice.

The Scottish international has showcased impressive performances over the past few seasons, consistently demonstrating his versatility, tenacity, and technical ability in the middle of the park.

West Ham's interest in McTominay highlights their ambition to build on their success in Europe last season under the guidance of manager David Moyes.

With European football on the horizon, the club is determined to bolster its squad depth to handle the rigours of competing on multiple fronts.

The potential addition of McTominay would provide West Ham with a significant boost in their midfield department. His combative nature and physical presence would offer a valuable defensive shield in front of the backline, while his composure and ability to distribute the ball effectively would enhance their attacking play.

The summer transfer window is a dynamic period filled with uncertainties and negotiations. Fans of both clubs will eagerly await further updates, hoping for a positive outcome that could shape the future of Scott McTominay and West Ham United.

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The London club rejected Manchester City's £90 million bid for their most wanted player. Fabrizio Romano confirmed this on his official Twitter account on Tuesday, June 27, 2023.

Declan Rice has been on the radar of Arsenal since the end of the 2022/23 season as they are looking for a possible replacement for Granit Xhaka who might be joining Bayer Leverkusen. However, the Premier League Champions joined in the race to sign the England international following the exit of Ilkay Gundogan to Barcelona.

Arsenal have seen two of their bids for Rice rejected and they are reportedly set to submit a third bid. However, West Ham have placed £100 million as the valuation on the player.

Rice is open to joining either the Gunners or the Cityzens as long as they are ready to meet the Hammers asking price but the club with the better personal terms will also be key when he wants to make his decision.

West Ham have rejected Man City’s first official bid for Declan Rice worth £80m plus £10m add ons. #MCFC

Arsenal will bid again, their third official proposal is expected soon after two bids rejected, last one was £75m plus £15m. #AFC

West Ham want £100m fee. pic.twitter.com/CWTggCdBUI

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 27, 2023

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The Hammers confirmed the signing of the Englishman on its official website on Friday, January 20th, 2023. He signed a two-year deal with the West London club which will keep him there until the summer of 2025.

The 30-year-old player who has shown his goal-scoring abilities in the Premier League will be eligible for the Premier League fixture against Everton at London Stadium on Saturday, January 21st, 2023. He expressed his delight concerning the signing of his new deal for West Ham.

I am really excited to join West Ham United, It’s important I settle in as quickly as I can do and do the important stuff on the pitch for West Ham. We have got some massive games ahead of us and I’ve come here to try and score as many goals as I can to help the team to get some positive results. I am really looking forward to getting started.

West Ham have been poor since the start of this season, they will hope that the signing of Ings cam help save their season. They are currently 18th on the Premier League table with just 15 points.

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The Hammers confirmed the news on its official website on Tuesday, August 23rd, 2022. According to reports from the London Stadium, the Blues received £13 million with add-ons of £2 million.

Emerson expressed his delight concerning his decision to join West Ham United on the club's website.

I’m very happy to be here and to arrive here. It’s a big challenge for me, it’s a big team, so I’m very happy to be here and I’m ready. Personally, since the first day I arrived here in England, I always saw the big clubs and I always watched the big games and I knew the history about West Ham. The history is so, so big for this team and so when I knew about the interest for sure I said ‘Yes, let’s go, I want to go there’ and I’m here now. I can’t wait to get started in a West Ham shirt.

The Italian is the latest player to join West Ham from Chelsea after Kurt Zouma joined the Hammers during the 2021 summer transfer window.

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The English man who plays for the Albanian national team is looking to seal his move away from Stamford Bridge before the start of the new season. The Hammers have started talks with Chelsea as they are not looking for a loan move for the striker.

The Chief Chelsea Correspondent for Football London confirmed that the player has left the team who is currently on tour in the US has left for England. Broja who came through the ranks of Chelsea's developmental football was on loan last season at Southampton and was a key part of the club's achievements in the Premier League. He played 32 games in the league and scored eight goals.

The supporters of West Ham United will hope the deal come through so they can have more options in their attack going into next season.

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The French defender pleaded guilty two weeks ago in front of the judge after he was brought before the judge. Zouma was sentenced to 180 hours of community service and also has been banned from keeping a cat for the next five years.

The District Judge, Susan Holdham, said Zouma and his brother failed to give the cat what was expected of them which is to take care of them.

Both of you took part in this disgraceful and reprehensible act with this pet cat. The cat looked up to you to care for its needs. On that date in February you did not provide for its needs.You must be aware that others look up to you and many young people aspire to emulate you.

Zouma will also pay £9,000 as a fine while his brother Yoan who posted the video on Snapchat has been sentenced to 140 hours of community service.

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The Italian was speaking in an interview with Sky Sports News on Tuesday, April 26th, 2022. According to the player, the VAR officiating was the reason why he missed the kick from the spot. Jorginho missed the chance to snatch all three points for the Blues on Sunday when he missed the kick from 12 yards, sending his spot-kick straight into the hands of the Hammers' goalkeeper, Lukasz Fabianski.

This sort of pressure, especially in games like this when you need to win and it's last minute, and you try to isolate your mind from all that pressure even though it's hard, and then you have the VAR so it takes longer, it's harder to keep focus. What you need to do and what I try to do is I try to isolate my mind from all this pressure, and unfortunately this time it didn't work. When you have that little moment of doubt that's usually when you make the mistake. Maybe I had too much time to think about it, I don't know. This time it went like that and I'm sorry. I feel bad because it's not a nice feeling.

The Italian's penalty miss against Switzerland in both legs of the World Cup qualifier was the reason why Italy did not qualify for the 2022 World Cup that will be hosted in Qatar.

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Pulisic scored the winning goal in Chelsea's 1-0 win over the Hammers at Stamford Bridge on Sunday, April 24th, 2022 According to the American who was speaking on the official website of Chelsea FC, he wanted to make a difference in the hame with the few minutes he had left.

It was a massive goal. We had so much pressure on them for most of the game but we couldn’t get that breakthrough, so I am happy I was able to help out. I always want to be on the pitch, to help my team and I am glad I got the opportunity today. We played a good match and we got our deserved goal in the end. I needed to come in and make a difference, prove I want to be playing and I am happy I did that.

Pulisic was criticised by most Chelsea fans for not taking his opportunities in the second leg of the Quater-final in the UEFA Champions against Real Madrid. He missed two clear chances to win the game for the Blues but he failed to take his chances.

Chelsea are currently third on the Premier League table with 65 points, five points ahead of Arsenal who are in fourth place.

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Zouma was filmed in a video which was released on social media by his brother kicking and maltreating his cat earlier in February 2022. The French man has received a lot of backlash from some football fans around the world following the incident asking that his contract should be terminated by the Hammers.

The defender is being charged by the RSPCA under the Animal Welfare Act. He joined West Ham in the summer transfer window of 2021 for £29.8 million. The London club fined him £250,000, while his boot sponsor Addidas terminated their contract with the player.

He could face five years imprisonment if he is found guilty, under the English Law for animal assault. Zouma has not featured for the Hammers in a while and might not feature for the rest of the season.

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Transfer News expert, Fabrizio Romano confirmed the news on his official Twitter account on Friday, April 22nd, 2022. According to the reports, Rice rejected an offer that would have seen him earn €200,000 a week, making him the highest-paid player in the club's history.

The English man has always made it clear that he wants to leave the club but the West London side have always remained adamant that the player is untouchable. Manchester United have been a big admirer of the youngster but the Hammers are asking for is the constraint.

The 23-year-old joined West Ham in 2014 from the academy of Chelsea Football Club and has a contract with the Hammers until 2024.

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