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      West Ham ready to test Juventus with £35million transfer offer for Italy midfielder as David Moyes eyes shock deal

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      WEST HAM are reportedly ready to offer £35million to Juventus for Manuel Locatelli.The Hammers have enjoyed a solid start to the season despite losing their last two matches.
      West Ham could move for Manuel LocatelliCredit: AP
      The Hammers lost Declan Rice in the summerCredit: Reuters
      Midfielders James Ward-Prowse [L] and Edson Alvarez [R]joined West Ham in the summerCredit: Getty
      David Moyes’ side have proven to still be a capable team despite the loss of Declan Rice in the summer.
      The England international completed a £105million transfer away from the club as he joined London rivals Arsenal.
      West Ham spent the money wisely as stars such as James Ward-Prowse and Edson Alvarez arrived to bolster the midfield.
      However, the club could look to further invest in strengthening the squad with a move for Locatelli.
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      Italian outlet Tutto Mercato has claimed that the Hammers are willing to offer the Serie A gianst £35m for Locatelli.
      The report does suggest that the bid will fail as Juventus are keen to offer the Italian a new contract.
      West Ham are not the first Premier League outfit to have been linked with a move for the international ace.
      Arsenal have also been touted with an interest in the midfielder in the past.
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      It was reported earlier this year that Locatelli rejected a move to the Emirates.
      Locatelli’s brother Mattia has explained that the love he has for Juventus was behind his decision to reject a switch to the Gunners.
      Speaking to Calcio Mercato, he said: “I still remember the negotiation [with Juventus]. For him it was very long.
      “There was also Arsenal, but he wanted Juventus. The clubs kept meeting, but without reaching an agreement.
      Where Locatelli could fit into David Moyes’ team
      “Every day I looked at the Gazzetta to check. In Sassuolo he trained separately, in him the desire to change. A real emotion.
      “On the day of his debut, he sent us a photo with the shirt and the words ‘I made it’.”
      Continuing to describe Locatelli’s love for Juve, Mattia added: “He gives everything for Juve. He loves those colours.
      “The first days? It didn’t seem real to him. And then I realised there was a reason he was there with them.
      “Manuel is very happy to be there.”
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      However, should West Ham be able to convince him to leave his beloved Juventus, then their midfield could look even stronger.
      Locatelli could line-up alongside Ward-Prowse and Alvarez in the middle of the pitch in what would be a trio that could rival many of the top clubs in the Premier League. More

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      Harry Maguire ‘could quit Man Utd in January with Premier League side encouraged to reignite transfer interest’

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      HARRY MAGUIRE could quit Manchester United for another Premier League club in January.West Ham are reportedly being encouraged to reignite their interest in the England defender.
      Harry Maguire could leave Manchester United in JanuaryCredit: Getty
      The Hammers were strongly linked with a move for Maguire in the summer.
      Despite reports claiming they had agreed a fee with United, a transfer never materialised.
      However, ESPN now report that West Ham are eyeing a fresh approach for Maguire in January.
      David Moyes’ side are said to believe that the deal can be revived, with the Red Devils willing to allow the centre-back to leave.
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      West Ham’s interest comes amid Saudi interest in Kurt Zouma, with the club keen to agree a new deal with the Frenchman.
      Earlier this week, Maguire claimed he did not turn down a move to the London Stadium in the summer.
      Speaking to the media whilst on international duty, the 30-year-old explained: “The actual opportunity to go to West Ham, it wasn’t agreed really between both clubs and myself.
      “It wasn’t just my chance to say, ‘Yes, I’m going.’ It wasn’t agreed between both clubs so the actual opportunity wasn’t there because we didn’t get far enough down the line with it.”
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      Maguire, who is out of contract in 2025, has struggled for opportunities at Old Trafford this season.
      He has made just four appearances under Erik ten Hag, with his only Premier League start coming against Brentford last weekend. More

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      West Ham star Tomas Soucek ‘lined up for free transfer’ by Champions League giants as Hammers face dilemma

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      WEST HAM star Tomas Soucek is being lined up by Italian giants Inter Milan ahead of a possible free transfer at the end of the season, according to reports in Italy.The Czech midfielder’s contract expires in June 2024 but West Ham do have an option to extend it by another year.
      Soucek has undergone a positive start to the seasonCredit: Rex
      Corriere dello Sport report that West Ham will not activate the clause should Soucek make it clear that he wants to leave and that could see him join Inter on a free.
      The Milan club have been active in the free agency market in recent years, bringing in Marcus Thuram, Davy Klaasen and Juan Cuadrado as free agents this summer.
      In the past they have also brought in the likes of Hakan Calhanoglu, Andre Onana and Henrikh Mkhitaryan.
      Inter manager Simone Inzaghi is keen to add some steel to the Inter midfield and Soucek fits the bill as a player that can not only provide solidity but score goals too.
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      The Czech Republic international has four goals and one assist in his 10 games for West Ham so far this season in all competitions.
      The midfielder has also scored in The Hammers’ last two games against Sheffield United and Newcastle.
      Soucek has undergone a revival this season after The Hammers lost Declan Rice to Arsenal in a £100million deal.
      The absence of Rice has allowed Soucek to get forward again and return a similar amount of goals as he last did in the 2020/21 season.
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      Since joining West Ham in January 2020, Soucek has made 165 appearances for West Ham, scoring 26 goals and becoming a fans’ favourite at The London Stadium.
      Inter have won the Coppa Italia and Italian Super Cup in Inzaghi’s two seasons in charge – as well as reaching last year’s Champions League final which they lost to Manchester City.
      Their quest for their first Scudetto since Antonio Conte led them to victory in 2021 got off to the perfect start, with the club winning their opening five games.
      But they have won just one of their three games since then and go into the international break off the back of a disappointing 2-2 draw at home to Bologna. More

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      West Ham fans fume that ‘ref’s had a mare’ after spotting what Alexander Isak did before scoring for Newcastle

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      WEST HAM fans fumed after spotting what Alexander Isak did before scoring his second goal on Sunday.Isak’s strike looked to be the winner for Newcastle until Mohammed Kudus netted a dramatic 89th-minute equaliser.
      Isak appeared to shove Aguerd in the back for his second goalCredit: Alamy
      Replays showed Isak with two hands on Aguerd’s back
      The defender was nowhere near the ball by the time Isak tapped home
      But replays on Match Of The Day highlighted a push from Isak on Nayef Aguerd before the Newcastle man tapped the ball in.
      One West Ham fan tweeted: “And how isn’t this a foul…? Aguerd clearly gets pushed in the back by Isak for the goal. Another p**s poor decision yesterday ffs.”
      Another wrote: “I thought this was poor defending from Aguerd at the time, but now seeing this it’s hard to blame him.
      “Isak has pushed him out the way with both hands, according to the rule book now that’s a foul.”
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      And a third wrote: “There is a clear foul there, Isak on Aguerd for Newcastle’s second goal, why didn’t VAR pick that up, a clear shove with both hands.”
      But not everyone was convinced that the contact was significant enough to be called as a foul, particularly with the supposed high bar VAR has for intervening in goals scored.
      One fan wrote: “Isak might have made contact with Aguerd’s back but it’s not enough for it to be ruled out whatsoever.”
      And a West Ham fan replied to the tweet saying: “Poor defending yet again from Aguerd” alongside a nonplussed shrugging emoji.
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      West Ham have enjoyed an impressive start to the season, with the team currently in seventh.
      Their 2-2 draw with the Magpies was enough to stay ahead of the big spenders who sit behind them in eighth.
      The Hammers face a tough trip to fellow European hopefuls Aston Villa after the international break before travelling to Olympiacos in the Europa League on October 26. More

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      West Ham target EFL wonderkid, 19, as they look to strengthen defensive options in January transfer window

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      WEST HAM have put Wigan centre-half Charlie Hughes, 19, on their list of targets.Hammers sent scouts to watch the teenager in League One — but may need to move fast with Prem rivals also keen on Hughes.
      West Ham are targeting Wigan defender Charlie HughesCredit: Getty
      Hughes spent time with Manchester City and Liverpool’s academies before joining Wigan in 2017.
      He has since progressed through their youth ranks and made his senior debut last December.
      So far this season, Hughes has made 10 appearances in League One, scoring twice.
      The youngster has also captained Shaun Maloney’s side on two occasions.
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      West Ham’s interest comes after they tied down winger Jarrod Bowen to a new long-term deal.
      The England international has reportedly agreed terms on a contract extension amid interest from other clubs.
      Liverpool were understood to be a potential suitor as they eyed potential replacements for Mohamed Salah.
      Bowen’s previous deal had been set to expire at the end of next season.
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      Jarrod Bowen has reportedly agreed a new long-term dealCredit: Getty
      The 26-year-old has scored five goals in seven Premier League appearances this season, earning him an England call-up this month.
      Hammers fans will be hoping he can add to his tally at home to Newcastle on Sunday afternoon. More

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      Watch awkward moment David Moyes ‘has a go’ at reporter as West Ham boss bristles at question about Jarrod Bowen

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      DAVID MOYES had a bizarre reaction when asked about Jarrod Bowen’s England call-up before his side’s match with Freiburg.TNT’s Archie Rhind-Tutt, talking to the West Ham boss just before the game, mentioned that Bowen had got back in the England squad then asked: “What are the qualities that have made him stand out in your team?”
      Moyes unleashed his full steely eyed gaze on the reporter when asked about BowenCredit: TNT Sports
      A prickly Moyes responded: “Well I’m not going to answer anything about Jarrod getting in the England team before a West Ham cup game tonight so let’s keep to the West Ham questions please.”
      A bemused Rhind-Tutt responded: “But just the qualities he’s shown in your team then.”
      Moyes – who has form for snapping at journalists – then gave a more normal response and said: “He’s a really good player. He can play many positions and we’ll use him in different positions tonight.”
      Rhind-Tutt took to Twitter after to say: “David Moyes had a go at me and I’m still not sure why” as he shared the interaction.
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      One fan responded: “Totally unnecessary response to a pretty ordinary question. Handled well.”
      Another wrote: “Was a bit weird wasn’t it.”
      And a third said: “Could he be concerned about trying to keep Bowen’s feet on the ground? International selection really irks some club managers and I guess they’d rather they ignored their players, especially at sides outside the top 4 or so?”
      It’s not the first time Moyes has snapped at a journalist.
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      When one dared call him ‘Moyesy’ the coach began to laugh and replied: “F***ing hell, I don’t think we are that close.”
      He also had an angry exchange with his own player last year.
      After the latest outburst, Moyes was then asked about the fact that West Ham had to play without any away fans owing to a ban they received for throwing missiles during last year’s Conference League final.
      He said: “It’s really difficult because part of getting your team in Europe is you really want your supporters to enjoy the trips and I think over the last few years we’ve hopefully given them a few trips they’ve enjoyed.
      “Especially last year, winning in Prague. But for them not to be here tonight is disappointing.”
      Those fans would have laid their eyes on more Europa glory had they been there, with West Ham winning 2-1 thanks to headed goals from Lucas Pacqueta and Nayef Aguerd.
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      Freiburg 1 West Ham 2: Aguerd bullet header sees Hammers make it two out of two and set new English European record

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      LUCAS PAQUETA gave the Breisgau Brazilians a real taste of some Samba brilliance as West Ham battled their way to another record-breaking European night.Bundesliga’s SC Freiburg – from the Black Forest region of Breisgau – are compared to the Brazilian national team due to their apparent silky style of play.
      Lucas Paqueta opened the scoring with a brilliant headerCredit: EPA
      The Brazilian celebrated with a trademark danceCredit: Rex
      Yet the Germans were given a serious Europa League lesson by a Hammers side dripping in continental confidence after Paqueta’s sublime eighth minute header opened the scoring.
      Having seen their lead briefly flattened by Roland Sallai’s 49th minute leveller, it was another header from Nayef Aguerd in the 66th minute that eventually earned West Ham the crucial victory.
      But make no mistake, all eyes were on Paqueta on his 50th West Ham appearance. He oozes class, arrogance and grit in ways the East Londoners have not seen for years.
      It is just a shame none of them were here at the Europa Stadion to witness it, serving their one-match ban for tossing missiles at the Conference League final in Prague.
      David Moyes’ men are now unbeaten in their last 17 European matches, dating back to August last year – the longest of any English side in history.
      More than Don Revie’s Leeds. More than Bill Nicholson’s Tottenham. More than Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City.
      As Moyes alluded to in his pre-match press conference, after three successive years in Europe, winning the Europa Conference League back in June, it is beginning to feel like Euro trips like this are now embedded in the club’s DNA.
      And while nights like these appear tough on paper – West Ham had lost their last three visits to Germany dating back to 1966 – in practice they turn out to be relatively simple thanks to West Ham’s experience and quality.
      Freiburg equallised in the 49th minuteCredit: Reuters
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      Two wins from two in Group A, and the knock-outs already beckon.
      Paqueta really was tremendous. The leap for his early opener silenced the raucous Freiburg support, and spent the rest of the evening teasing and toying with anyone who dared.
      And to think, he could have been plying his trade at Manchester City in the Champions League but for an untimely ongoing FA investigation into betting breaches foiling his switch.
      Jarrod Bowen also played his part, starring down the middle in the absence of the injured Michail Antonio for the first time since April.
      He had the aura of a man recently recalled to Gareth Southgate’s England squad. His dart down the flank and cross for Paqueta’s goal was worthy of an international stage.
      Mohammed Kudus made up an exciting-looking front three. The Ghanaian simply has to be given his first Premier League start against Newcastle on Sunday, such is his talent.
      The first half had all the trademarks of a complete away-day performance, from Konstantinos Mavropanos in defence to the calming midfield presence of Edson Alvarez.
      Yet the start to the second half was a different story. West Ham looked nervy, edgy and without that tempo and intensity that initially saw them restrict Freiburg to very little.
      Lukasz Fabianski will feel hard done by for the equaliser, making two brilliant stops before Sallai fired home at the third time of asking.
      But a bullet Aguerd header ensured the Hammers headed back to London with three pointsCredit: Reuters
      Freiburg pressed for more. Kiliann Sildillia smacked the upright and Lucas Holer blazed over a golden chance with the goal gaping.
      West Ham responded. Kudus came to life with a loose ball and his delivery was almost nodded in being an onrushing Bowen at the back post.
      Seconds later, the lead was theirs again. James Ward-Prowse with one of his inch-perfect corners and Aguerd rose highest, his thumping header in off the underside of the bar.
      How is Ward-Prowse not back representing the Three Lions this month? This was his sixth assist in all competitions since signing in the summer.
      Paqueta’s last act in the dying moments before being subbed drenched in sweat was majestic.
      The deft touch, fending off three defenders and the chip with backspin to send Bowen through but for a rushed finish. Thankfully, it did not come back to bite West Ham.
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      I’m penalty-saving expert with secret plan.. West Ham won’t put me off in Carabao Cup shootout after Sheff Utd dark arts

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      LINCOLN keeper Lukas Jensen has warned West Ham not to try any dirty tricks to stop him producing another heroic Carabao Cup performance.The Hammers travel to Sincil Bank on Wednesday for a third-round tie against the League One Imps, who have already taken a Premier League scalp this season.
      Lincoln keeper Lukas Jensen is a specialist in saving penalties
      Jubilant scenes as Lincoln players celebrate with hero keeper Lukas Jensen
      Jensen kept a clean sheet before starring in the penalty shootout win at Sheffield United in the last round by saving two penalties … but only after Blades keeper Adam Davies tried to ruin his masterplan.
      The Imps ace, 24, told SunSport: “I had all the names of the Sheffield United players and which way they usually shoot on a piece of paper wrapped around my water bottle.
      “But their keeper kicked it into the stands so I couldn’t see!
      “Luckily, though, my goalkeeper coach Scott Fry and the other goalie Jordan Wright were there to let me know instead.
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      “I ended up saving the ones from Louis Marsh and Benie Traore and then Jon Egan put their last penalty over the bar to give us a 3-2 win.
      “The Sheffield United goalkeeper coach came to me afterwards to apologise and say he was the one who had instructed for the bottle to be kicked into the stands.
      “He told me the story about Brice Samba. He had done the same as me with the notes on the water bottle a couple of seasons ago and saved three penalties for Nottingham Forest against them in the Championship play-offs— so they didn’t want a repeat. 
      “West Ham can do what they like tonight as it won’t affect me. I have a good penalty technique. My size being 6ft 6in helps me, I can look intimidating for someone about to take a kick.
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      “If I look as big as possible and choose the right side when they shoot, I’ll have a great opportunity to save them. And to be honest I don’t really practice them. I’m natural.”
      Jensen signed for Lincoln in the summer after four years on the books at Burnley.
      And it is no surprise he has developed into a good keeper, given he worked with three England internationals Nick Pope, Tom Heaton and Joe Hart during his time at Turf Moor.
      Also he worked alongside Northern Ireland stopper Bailey Peacock-Farrell and Welsh ace Wayne Hennessey.
      So it was no wonder that he did not get much of a look-in at Burnley, apart from being on the bench for three Premier League games and being involved in the squad on a dozen occasions.
      Nick Pope was a huge help for Jensen at Burnley
      Joe Hart gave Jensen plenty of tips when they were together at Turf Moor
      He said: “I enjoyed working with Nick because we’re similar in size. I could learn everything from him.
      “From how he moves in the goal and it’s the same with Joe because he’s a big guy too. I’m only a few centimetres taller than him.
      “They both told me loads and I’m grateful for everything they’ve taught me because although it seems a bit stupid when they tell you something at that moment, a few months or years later you can use it.
      “They also taught me things like how to talk to people. I was new at the time coming to England from Denmark. So it was how to interact, how to greet people when you meet them. It was simple stuff like that.
      “But going into goalkeeping specifics, it was how to move around in goal, how to deal with certain situations, all that kind of stuff. All very technical.
      I have a good penalty technique. My size being 6ft 6in helps me, I can look intimidating for someone about to take a kick.LUKAS JENSEN
      “And I used every moment of it when I went out on loans because I was meeting new staff, new team-mates and that has been very helpful to me.”
      Jensen had loans with Bolton, Kórdrengir in Iceland and Carlisle before his breakthrough campaign last season at Accrington where he made 29 League One starts and six in cup competitions.
      And he saved two penalties AGAINST Lincoln in the Papa Johns Trophy, which brought him to their attention.
      Jensen said: “I had a chance to stay at Burnley for another year but would’ve only been loaned out again so we decided it was best I leave and here I am now at Lincoln.
      “We’ve got a talented squad who can achieve things this season. Against West Ham, we’ll try to get through the first half hour and then anything is possible.
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      Lukas Jensen is getting ready for a huge game against West Ham
      “I’ve a lot of respect for Lukasz Fabianski. If he plays tomorrow, I’ll certainly be wanting to chat with him after all the great years he’s had in the Premier League and with Poland.
      “But if it goes to penalties, I’m going to be hoping to be the happier keeper at the end!” More