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      West Ham blow in bid to replace David Moyes as top manager target opens talks with European giants

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      WEST HAM are set to miss out on first choice manager Julen Lopetegui with the ex-Wolves boss close to joining AC Milan.Hammers chiefs have held talks with Lopetegui and Sporting Lisbon manager Ruben Amorim in the last week with David Moyes expected to leave when his contract runs out this summer.West Ham target Julen Lopetegui has begun talks with AC MilanCredit: PADavid Moyes is expected to leave the Hammers in the summerCredit: AFPLopetegui, who left Wolves days before the start of the season after a dispute over transfer spending, had emerged as West Ham’s first choice.However, Italian giants AC Milan have also approached the former Spain and Real Madrid boss and now appear to be his preferred choice.His decision to choose Milan over Stratford is a significant knock for the Hammers, with Amorim still yet to make a decision as to whether continue talks with the East Londoners.Lille manager Paulo Fonseca, himself out of contract in June, has been considered while ex-Bayern Munich and Germany manager Hansi Flick has also been suggested and also attended a game at the London Stadium earlier this season.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFormer Chelsea manager Graham Potter is still out of work, though West Ham had previously decided he would not be a good fit for the club, while Ajax are also interested in appointing the Englishman.Ahead of their 2-2 draw against Liverpool on Saturday, Moyes said he understood why there was speculation but offered a reminder of his achievements at the club.Moyes said: “There’s been three or four games I have hated, but there’s been a bundle of good moments like the win against Tottenham, beating Chelsea, going to Brighton and winning and beating Manchester United at home.”But all that is quite easily forgotten.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe Scot, who was offered a new deal earlier in the season but did not sign it, has not ruled out staying on – though the decision has now been taken out of his hands.A very strong end to the season could change his standing with the West Ham hierarchy, with no final decision expected to be made before the end of the campaign.Work out which global sporting icon lives in this waterside padThe club and fans have been happy to accept a more pragmatic style of football under Moyes so long as the results continued coming, though form has dipped dramatically in 2024.In a further blow to the Hammers, Amorim has apologised to Sporting and the club’s fans for travelling to meet with West Ham.Speaking at length for the first time since Monday’s meeting, he said: “The first thing is to say that the club was aware of my trip but it was a mistake, the timing was completely wrong. “It was wrong, especially when I’m so demanding with my players and always the first to say that each one’s actions can overpower the team. I have removed players from the squad for much less. “I apologise to the Sporting fans, the staff, and mainly publicly to my players. “It was a mistake because the fact that we are close to winning the championship, nothing has been decided yet, and the team leader causes this noise.”Asked about his future, Amorim said: “I have no answer to give you, nor do I know what I’m going to do.”Ruben Amorim has apologised for meeting with West Ham chiefsCredit: Getty More

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      Mo Salah held back by team-mates after explosive touchline row with Jurgen Klopp before coming on at West Ham

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      MOHAMED SALAH had an explosive touchline row with Jurgen Klopp during Liverpool’s clash with West Ham.And the Egyptian had to be HELD BACK by his Reds team-mates as all hell broke loose.Mohamed Salah and Jurgen Klopp were involved in a touchline spatCredit: GETTYSalah took exception to his gaffer’s final words before he was subbed onCredit: GettyA furious Salah had to be held back by his team-mates after trying to confront the GermanCredit: TNT SPORTSThe Reds’ star man started the trip to the London Stadium on the bench, much to the surprise of many.Outgoing Kop chief Klopp decided to throw the former Chelsea and Roma ace on in the 78th minute after Michail Antonio’s equaliser.And it all kicked off after the German walked towards the winger to give him some final words before he went.Salah appeared to take exception to what Klopp said, gesticulating with his arms as his gaffer chirped away.And the 31-year-old wanted to get up close and personal with the German to give him a piece of his mind.Fellow sub Darwin Nunez and Joe Gomez intervened and cooler heads eventually prevailed.The incident didn’t go unnoticed by footie fans, who flocked to social media to weigh in on the Kop row.One wrote on X: “Salah p***ed because he should’ve been on ages ago.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSKlopp copied Fergie’s ‘biggest mistake’ and it’s derailed his final season, says Dave KiddBy Dave Kidd
      JURGEN KLOPP was genuinely surprised to hear it, on the January day when he announced his intention to quit Liverpool at the end of the season.
      It was put to him that Sir Alex Ferguson had told his Manchester United players in the summer of 2001 that the coming season would be his last.
      Ferguson later performed a U-turn and stayed at Old Trafford for another 11 years.
      But the great Scot admitted that revealing his intentions had been the ‘biggest mistake I made’.
      “I think a lot of them put their tools away,” said Ferguson, “They thought, ‘Oh, the manager’s leaving’.”
      It was a part of English footballing history which Klopp knew nothing about and he raised his eyebrows when he was told about it.
      Liverpool were top of the Premier League, having lost only a single domestic match all season – and that a controversial VAR-infested affair at Tottenham.
      But their form has nosedived since, with dreams of a farewell quadruple long gone.
      And Klopp may well now be reflecting on the wisdom of his announcement.
      Read Dave Kidd’s take on Klopp’s demise in full here.
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      Another said: “Not good.”And another said: “The dressing room is gone.”Jurgen Klopp apologises to Liverpool fans after Merseyside derby defeatOne remarked: “Definitely not the way you want to end an era.”Another chimed in: “Klopp p***ed cause Salah wasn’t ready to go on earlier?”Klopp was quick to pour cold water on the matter, saying: “We spoke about that moment in the dressing room with the lads, it’s done”. When asked if Salah has moved on from the incident, he added: “Yes, that’s my feeling”.However, Salah didn’t seem as calm, simply stating: “If I speak today there will be fire.”Liverpool lost further ground on Premier League leaders Arsenal with a draw in East London.A 2-2 draw has left the Merseysiders two points behind the Gunners, who have a game in hand.READ MORE SUN STORIESMikel Arteta’s troops will look to put more daylight between themselves and the Kop club on Sunday afternoon.But it won’t be easy task as they’ll travel across North London to take on their bitter rivals Tottenham. More

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      West Ham hold talks with ex-Wolves boss Julen Lopetegui with David Moyes set to leave at end of season

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      WEST HAM have held talks with former Wolves manager Julen Lopetegui over succeeding David Moyes.The Hammers are stepping up planning ahead of the summer when Moyes, 60, is out of contract and expected to leave.David Moyes is tipped to leave the London Stadium this summerCredit: RexJulen Lopetegui is a contender for West Ham, as is Ruben AmorimCredit: RexSporting Lisbon manager Ruben Amorim, who has also been linked with Liverpool, was in London on Monday night for talks with the East London club.But the Portuguese chief has not made a decision over whether to continue speaking to West Ham.Hammers chairman David Sullivan is also yet to make a final decision over whether or not to offer Moyes a new deal.The club were ready to agree a two-and-a-half year extension with Moyes after a good run of form in December, but a dip in January led to talks being shelved.READ MORE TOP STORIESA final decision is unlikely to be made until after the end of the season.With Moyes out of contract, director of football Tim Steidten has been exploring their options.Amorim and Spaniard Lopetegui are the front-runners, though the former has options across Europe and the club would also have to pay a significant release clause to Sporting.Lopetegui, however, has not worked since leaving Wolves days before the start of the season and would also bring fewer coaches with him to Stratford.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERLille manager Paulo Fonseca, who has been interviewed by West Ham in the past, is a potential candidate and is out of contract himself this summer.Former Germany and Bayern Munich manager Hansi Flick has also been a guest of the club at the London Stadium this season.Biggest football kit fails after controversy over new England shirtLopetegui has attended a Hammers game too, while he was also spotted at a Crystal Palace match earlier this season as he looks to return to managing in England.West Ham sit a healthy eighth in the Premier League.And the Eagles entered Wednesday’s home clash with Newcastle 11 points clear of danger in 14th place. More

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      Premier League club’s fans say ‘bring him home’ after Borussia Dortmund manager’s Champions League heroics

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      WEST HAM fans have called for Borussia Dortmund manager Edin Terzic to return to the London Stadium after his Champions League heroics.Terzic led Dortmund to the semi-finals after eliminating Atletico Madrid with a stunning 4-2 victory at the Signal Iduna Park on Tuesday.West Ham fans want Edin Terzic to return after his success at Borussia DortmundCredit: RexTerzic led Dortmund to the Champions League semi-finals after beating Atletico MadridCredit: RexThe German tactician has come a long way since his various spells as assistant manager for the likes of BVB as well as Besiktas.But the Hammers’ faithful haven’t forgotten his two-year spell in east London where he worked under former boss Slaven Bilic.The two coaches linked up in 2015 after working together at Besiktas two years earlier.However, Terzic left West Ham in 2017 when Bilic got sacked following a run of poor results.Read More on FootballFans watched in awe at the the 41-year-old’s success and some even claimed he should take over the East Londoners’ dugout amid David Moyes’ continuous struggles this season.One fan tweeted: “ET come home?”Another commented: “Bring him home! Romford is lovely this time of year.”A third wrote: “He needs to come to West Ham.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERThis Dortmund fan advised West Ham supporters: “Y’all should offer him a job, like as soon as the season ends, he would be so good for you guys.”And that one posted: “Edin Terzic is a very good manager.”Top ten greatest Premier League players of all time as Kevin de Bruyne and Cristiano Ronaldo both miss out on top spotWest Ham will be looking to salvage their own European campaign on Thursday by doing what Dortmund and everyone else couldn’t.And that is beating undefeated Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen on Thursday at the London Stadium after losing 2-0 in the first leg of the Europa League quarter-finals. More

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      Forgotten ex-West Ham star CONFIRMS Lazio exit and seals emotional transfer before Serie A season finished

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      FELIPE ANDERSON has confirmed that he will leave Lazio at the end of the season.The forgotten West Ham star was out of contract at the Serie A outfit at the end of the season.Felipe Anderson will leave Lazio at the end of the seasonCredit: GettyAnderson posted an emotional statement on social mediaCredit: TwitterHe starred for West Ham in the 2018/19 seasonCredit: Getty Images – GettyAnderson, 31, joined the Hammers from Lazio back in 2018 for a club-record fee of £45million.After a stellar first season, the attacker began to struggle in the Premier League and was not fancied by manager David Moyes.The Brazilian was initially sent on loan to Porto but struggled to make an impact in Portugal.In 2021, Anderson returned to Lazio on a permanent transfer and rediscovered his form.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLNow, Anderson will leave the Rome-based club yet again after revealing he has not reached an agreement on a new contract.He confirmed his exit on social media with an emotional statement.It read: “Out of respect for Lazio and its fans who always supported me, I confirm that I have not reached an agreement to renew my contract with the club and I will therefore follow a new path next season.”I always proved my professionalism and my commitment to Lazio.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKER”So I can assure you that I will continue to dedicate myself to honouring this jersey until the very last day of my contract.”Thank you for everything!”I’m an ex-Premier League star… I saved my career by two-footing and then punching my OWN MANAGERHe is moving back to his native Brazil after having signed a contract with Palmeiras that will run until 2027, despite links to Juventus.Over his two spells in Italy, Anderson scored 58 goals and assisted 63 in 319 appearances in all competitions.For West Ham, he made 73 appearances, scored 12 goals and assisted 13 more.Anderson broke through at Santos as a teenager and impressed enough to earn a £5m move to Lazio.During his career, he has won the Copa Libertadores, the Recopa Sudamericana, the Supercoppa Italia and an Olympic gold medal. More

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      West Ham teenager George Earthy, 19, discharged from hospital after horror head injury just three minutes into debut

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      WEST HAM have confirmed that teenager George Earthy has been discharged from hospital after being knocked out on his Premier League debut.Earthy. 19, was taken to hospital after being knocked unconscious just two minutes after coming on against Fulham.George Earthy suffered a head injury on his Premier League debut against FulhamCredit: AlamyHe received treatment for eight minutes before being sent to hospitalCredit: AlamyThe academy graduate was knocked down by teammate Edson Alvarez and hit his head on the pitch before needing to be stretchered off in added time.A West Ham statement read: “West Ham United’s George Earthy has been discharged from hospital after the head injury he suffered in Sunday’s Premier League fixture against Fulham.”Earthy, 19, entered the field as a late second half substitute to make his Premier League debut at London Stadium, only to be withdrawn in stoppage time.”He was immediately transferred to a local hospital for further assessment.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”Earthy will now follow FA and Premier League concussion guidelines ahead of his return to play.”West Ham United wishes to place on record its thanks to our own medical team, as well as their counterparts at Fulham and Medics24, our pitchside rescue team, for the immediate response to yesterday’s incident.”Richard Collinge, Performance Director at West Ham United, added: “George is back home and we will continue to monitor him over the coming days as he completes the graduated return to play programme.”Speaking after the game, West Ham boss David Moyes said: “I am really disappointed for George.Most read in Football”He started well with the ball, had some really nice touches.”He has been doing really well in training, done really well for the 21s.”He is a terrific footballer, a great little technician. Really if we’d had the right moments we’d bring him in sooner.”We were going to bring him on earlier today. He never let himself down in the period he was on.”The FA’s return to play criteria for concussion will see Earthy sidelined for around seven-12 days as he recovers.West Ham’s statement in full
      West Ham United’s George Earthy has been discharged from hospital after the head injury he suffered in Sunday’s Premier League fixture against Fulham.
      Earthy, 19, entered the field as a late second half substitute to make his Premier League debut at London Stadium, only to be withdrawn in stoppage time.
      He was immediately transferred to a local hospital for further assessment.
      Earthy will now follow FA and Premier League concussion guidelines ahead of his return to play. 
      Richard Collinge, Performance Director at West Ham United, said: “George is back home and we will continue to monitor him over the coming days as he completes the graduated return to play programme.”
      West Ham United wishes to place on record its thanks to our own medical team, as well as their counterparts at Fulham and Medics24, our pitchside rescue team, for the immediate response to yesterday’s incident.
      The Club also extends its thanks for the many messages of support sent to George.
      Everyone at West Ham United wishes George a safe and speedy recovery. More

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      West Ham teenager George Earthy rushed to hospital after horror head injury just three minutes into Premier League debut

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      WEST HAM UNITED teenager George Earthy was rushed to hospital after suffering a serious injury on his Premier League debut.The incident came after a collision with fellow West Ham midfielder Edson Alvarez.Earthy was stretchered offCredit: Premier League StudiosAlvarez was seen clutching his headCredit: Premier League StudiosEarthy was making his Premier League debut for West HamCredit: GettyEarthy had come on for Michail Antonio in the 82nd minute of the match to make his Prem debut.But his horror clash of heads with Alvarez in the 85th minute sparked concerning scenes.Earthy’s head collided with the floor as he fell, and he was given oxygen by the West Ham medical team while he was treated.Fulham manager Marco Silva instantly ran onto the pitch to see that the youngster was okay.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe player was down for eight minutes while he received medical attention.Earthy was then replaced by Maxwel Cornet after being taken off the pitch on a stretcher.He was taken to hospital in an ambulance but thankfully the club said he was conscious. In a statement, the club said: West Ham United can confirm George Earthy will undergo an assessment in a London hospital this evening following the incident which saw him stretchered off during today’s Premier League fixture against Fulham.Most read in Football”The midfielder – who entered the field as a second half substitute to make his Premier League debut against the Cottagers – was taken off in stoppage time. Manager David Moyes said: “George has suffered a head injury. “He’s awake and has been taken to hospital for further assessment.” Who is George Earthy?GEORGE EARTHY was making his Premier League debut against Fulham when he suffered a horrible injury.
      The 19-year-old had only just come on, replacing Michail Antonio at the London Stadium.
      Earthy joining West Ham at Under-6 level.
      He signed his first pro contract with the club in June 2022.
      He was a part of the U18s team who won the FA Youth Cup in 2022-23.
      The England U16 midfielder made his debut in March this year, coming on as a sub in a 5-0 Europa League win over Freiburg.
      After making that debut he said: “It hasn’t really sunk in yet [that I’ve made my debut], but it’s a surreal moment.
      “I’ve been working for it a long time – my whole life pretty much – so to get it today, I’m absolutely buzzing.
      “[It’s been a process from] being here from about five-years-old, working all the way up to where I am now, then training with the first team and you have to take your chances when you get them.
      “I’m absolutely buzzing right now to get the chance to come on.”

      Earthy, 19, was making his Premier League debut after first appearing for West Ham against Freiburg in the Europa League last month.He played four minutes at the end of West Ham’s round of 16 second leg, which they won 5-0.West Ham’s official X account said the club were “all behind” Earthy following the horror injury.They wrote: “George Earthy receives a head injury and is stretchered off the pitch.”We’re all behind you, George ❤️”Fulham joined West Ham in wishing the player well, posting: “Hoping this is nothing too serious. Speedy recovery, George! 🤍” More

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      West Ham and Fulham in £15m transfer race for Panathinaikos star striker Fotis Ioannidis

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      FULHAM and West Ham are looking at Panathinaikos’ star striker Fotis Ioannidis.The Prem duo want extra firepower and see prolific Ioannidis as a potential squad signing.Greece’s forward Fotis Ioannidis is a target for West Ham and FulhamCredit: AFPThe ten-cap forward is valued at around £15million by the Greek top flight club.But they will let him fulfil his Premier League dream if offers are decent.The 6ft 2in powerhouse has been in irresistible form for his club this season.The 24-year-old is enjoying his best campaign in terms of goals.Read more football news In the Super League Greece, Ioannidis has managed 13 goals in 23 games.However, it’s in Europe where he’s really come to prominence.Panathinaikos started the season in the Champions League, but were knocked out by Braga in the qualifying stages.They were then given an opportunity in the Europa League, where Ioannidis found his shooting boots.Most read in FootballHe netted five times in six games, until they were eliminated from the competition.Ioannidis made his debut for Greece in 2022, and has gone on to make 10 appearances for his country.’We want West Ham to challenge the Big Six, but it’s not getting any easier’By Karren Brady
      ONE year perhaps there will be a visit from the football gods and a team will fight their way out of the Premier League forest of also-rans.Nottingham Forest did so, under Brian Clough 46 years ago, champions and then twice winners of the European Cup before they fell to the unwritten law of “your time’s up, pal”.Even in the brief history of the Premier League, Blackburn in 1994-95 and Leicester City eight years ago were champions — then came that immutable law again and both are now residing in the Championship.Wonders do happen. Manchester City had won only TWO titles in the First Division before, wading in a tide of oil money, they swept to the first of their seven Prem crowns.It could, I suppose, happen to Forest Green Rovers, but I doubt it.No, there are unofficial guarantees in the future of our league football and they are held by the presumptuously named Big Six, with one or two wealthy others knocking at the door.You have to believe, don’t you, and I do — that my team could be hammering at the door along with the likes of Aston Villa and another of the liquid-gold clubs, Newcastle United.However, an elite section is not as it should be in the best possible world.Despite our ambitions at the London Stadium, the people who run the game must at least try to bring more clubs back into the big-time picture.Since the rebel rich blithely tried to join a European Super League and were scuppered by their supporters, the game has moved further towards the wealthier and successful clubs.So now the task should be to try to prevent the cliff edge that is forming, not between the top flight and the Championship, but between the top six in the PL and the rest.
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      The Premier League’s Top 10 sexiest managers according to AICASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe striker scored his first goal in a 2-2 draw against France in a Euros qualifier last year.Ioannidis has previously been linked with a move to Celtic, before penning a new deal with Panathinaikos a few months later in 2023.Serie A giants Lazio are also reportedly interested in his services. More