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      West Ham nearly missed pre-season friendly vs Bayer Leverkusen after pilot had passport STOLEN in shambolic trip

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      WEST HAM will be once again jetting across Europe this season.But the Hammers are keen to avoid a repeat of a disastrous trip to Bayer Leverkusen in their final warm-up game.
      West Ham were thumped 4-0 by Bayer Leverkusen on SundayCredit: Rex
      David Moyes’ side were thumped 4-0 by the Bundesliga outfit on Saturday after being 3-0 down by half-time.
      But fans will be sympathetic once they learn the full story behind the shambolic trip.
      West Ham were due to leave for Cologne at 4.30pm on Friday from Stansted’s private terminal, which is used by VIPs.
      But just 30 minutes before the flight was due to leave, the club were told that the pilot’s passport had been stolen from his vehicle, which had just been broken into.
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      West Ham waited at Stansted until 6pm but another pilot could not be located and the players returned home even though the Leverkusen kick-off was at 1.30pm the next day.
      Understandably, chief Moyes and the rest of the squad were deeply unimpressed.
      The Hammers’ stars all woke around 5am on Saturday, drove separately to the terminal at 6.30am and landed in Germany at 10.30am local time, THREE hours before kick-off.
      Then there was a 30-minute bus drive from the airport to the Bay Arena.
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      So, it was little wonder West Ham, who will compete in the Europa League, had a poor first half against Leverkusen.
      They will want to start off in better fashion away to Bournemouth in their Premier League opener on Saturday.
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      SAVVY Chester fans had much more success taking to the air on Saturday.
      Some of the 300 who travelled to Bishop’s Stortford for the game did not fancy the train or bus ride to Hertfordshire for the National League North fixture.
      So instead they flew at 8.30am from Liverpool to Dublin and then caught a flight from Ireland to Stansted, landing at 11.45am. The return tickets cost £60 — much less than the train.
      They then needed only a ten-minute cab ride to the ground, although most probably wished they had not bothered as Chester lost 2-0.
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      The centre-half, 30, claimed Manchester United had a meeting with the FA last week.
      Varane was clearly slightly muddled as it was the PGMOL, the refereeing organisation led by Howard Webb, who paid a visit to see the squad.
      However, the FA will be sending a delegation to Carrington this week.
      That is part of their commitment to visit all 92 clubs to talk to the players about their behaviour, anti-doping, gambling and other issues.
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      Man Utd ace Harry Maguire has held several phone calls with David Moyes with West Ham confident of sealing £35m transfer

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      WEST HAM are confident Harry Maguire wants to move to West Ham this summer.However, the Hammers remain in positive talks with Manchester United over a suitable fee – as well as an agreement over the payment terms of the player’s £190k-a-week wages.
      West Ham remain confident of agreeing a deal to sign Harry MaguireCredit: Getty
      Monday night saw West Ham make a huge move in the transfer market, submitting a joint £60m bid for Maguire, 30, and Scott McTominay, 26.
      The £30m offer for McTominay was rejected out of hand, with United demanding £45m, yet the Red Devils are still considering the £30m bid for Maguire, which is near their valuation of £35m.
      SunSport understands that Maguire has spoken with West Ham boss David Moyes on several occasions over the phone in the past few days.
      Moyes – who is still looking to make his first signing of the summer – has been selling the idea of West Ham to Maguire, who he views as a future captain of the club.
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      Maguire is desperate for regular first team football ahead of next summer’s Euros with England, and would get that at West Ham having fallen down the pecking order at Old Trafford.
      United manager Erik ten Hag recently stripped Maguire of the captaincy, and despite wanting him to be part of his squad, will allow him to leave for the right price.
      A wage rise for Maguire was activated at the end of last season following United’s top four finish, seeing him earn close to £200k-a-week.
      West Ham would not be expected to pay that in full, with United potentially bridging the gap due to the amount still owed to him on his contract that still has two years left, with the option of a further year.
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      Moyes is desperate to get Maguire over the line. The Scot is targeting British players to bolster his squad, as well as needing cover at centre back for injury-hit Kurt Zouma.
      But West Ham have been slow out of the blocks this summer, with tension between Moyes and new technical director Tim Steidten evident in their recruitment process so far.
      Bids for Southampton’s James Ward-Prowse, Fulham’s Joao Palhinha and Chelsea’s Conor Gallagher have been turned down, with West Ham struggling to put the £105m from Declan Rice’s move to Arsenal to good use.
      However, this week could see that change. Ajax midfielder and Mexico international Edson Alvarez is expected to sign for £35m on a five-year deal after landing in London to undergo his medical today.
      West Ham want another midfielder. They are unlikely to hit the valuation for McTominay, but could still go back in for Saints skipper Ward-Prowse with an offer closer to £40m after their previous attempt of £30m was rejected.
      A striker is also on Moyes’ wish list after Gianluca Scamacca’s £27m departure to Atalanta – despite spending just over 12 months in East London. More

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      West Ham reach agreement for £35m international to replace Declan Rice in FIRST transfer of the summer

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      WEST HAM have agreed a £35m deal for Ajax midfielder Edson Alvarez.The Hammers are finally set to make their first move of the transfer window since allowing skipper Declan Rice to join Arsenal for £105m on July 15.
      West Ham have reached an agreement to sign Edson Alvarez from AjaxCredit: Getty
      Mexican international midfielder Alvarez, 25, is seen as a direct replacement for Rice – and is expected to fly to London in the next 24 hours to complete his medical.
      West Ham saw an opening £30m bid rejected for the player, but have now settled on a fee which includes add-ons and a sell-on clause on a five-year deal.
      Alvarez – who had two years left on his contract with the Dutch giants – only landed back in Amsterdam on Monday morning from his summer holiday in Mexico, but is ready to get the switch completed as soon as possible.
      West Ham are confident Alvarez will be available to face Bournemouth in their Premier League opener on Saturday should there be no issues with his medical in East London.
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      Alvarez was on the verge of joining Chelsea last summer for around £42m only for the move fall through with Ajax unable to find a replacement.
      It is understood owner David Sullivan has taken a hands-on approach following West Ham’s struggles to get several deals over the line during the window.
      West Ham have so far failed in moves for James Ward-Prowse, Joao Palhinha, Harvey Barnes, Harry Maguire, Conor Gallagher, Scott McTominay and Carlos Borges.
      There has been reported tension between boss David Moyes and new technical director Tim Steidten; the former wanting established British players and the latter eyeing up young European talents.
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      However, Alvarez appears to be a transfer that pleases all parties – with Moyes hopeful this will kick-start a late surge before their clash with the Cherries.
      West Ham are still on the look-out for midfielders, and are considering making a fourth offer for Southampton’s Ward-Prowse.
      The Saints are holding out for close to £40m for the 28-year-old, while Manchester United’s McTominay is also an option for Moyes, despite Steidten’s reservations.
      West Ham are expected to need another forward as well with Gianluca Scamacca on the verge of returning to Italy with Atalanta in a deal worth up to £27m including add-ons.
      Scamacca, 24, arrived at West Ham last summer for £30.5m from Sassuolo but scored just three Prem goals in 16 appearances.
      Should Scamacca depart, Moyes will have just Michail Antonio and 18-year-old Divin Mubama has options to lead the line.

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      Having joined Ajax in 2019, he made 44 appearances for the Dutch giants across all competitions last term.
      He could make his West Ham debut this Saturday in their Premier League opener away to Bournemouth.
      Fans are cautious ahead of the match, with Moyes’ side losing 4-0 to Bayer Leverkusen at the weekend in their final pre-season friendly. More

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      West Ham see transfer move for Man City wonderkid HIJACKED by Ajax with Prem champions inserting two special clauses

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      WEST HAM have had a move for Manchester City wonderkid Carlos Borges hijacked by Ajax.The Portuguese winger is set to join the Dutch giants, with City inserting a pair of clauses into the deal.
      Carlos Borges is set to join Ajax from Manchester CityCredit: Getty
      West Ham had been set to sign the winger after entering talks last month.
      However, Fabrizio Romano reports that he is now set to move to Ajax for £17million after a verbal agreement was reached between all parties.
      Borges will sign a four-year deal with the Eredivisie side and his medical is being scheduled already.
      The report adds that City have included both a buy back and a sell on clause in the sale of Borges.
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      He is set to depart after nine years in Manchester, having signed from Sporting Lisbon as a 10-year-old in 2014.
      Now 19, he is a Portuguese youth international and has starred for City at under-18, under-19 and under-21 level with 97 goal contributions in 79 appearances.
      Borges also finished as the Premier League 2 top scorer last term after scoring 21 goals to help City win back-to-back titles.
      West Ham had made contact over a potential move as they looked to spend their Declan Rice windfall.
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      The England midfielder was sold to Arsenal for £105million last month, but the Hammers are still yet to make a summer signing.
      David Moyes’ side have also been linked with several defensive reinforcements.
      After having a £20million bid for Harry Maguire rejected, they have reportedly approached ex-Arsenal defender Konstantinos Mavropanos over a potential move. More

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      Liverpool cult hero Divock Origi lined up for immediate Premier League transfer return after just 12 months at AC Milan

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      STRIKER Divock Origi is lined up for a stunning return to the Premier League. West Ham have their eyes set on the former Liverpool striker for up to £9million after he spent last season at AC Milan, according to reports in Italy.
      Ac Milan striker Divock Origi is lined up for a deal with West Ham.Credit: Alamy
      The Italian club are close to completing a deal with The Hammers for the 28-year-old who scored two goals in his first season there.
      Hammers boss David Moyes is pushing for the signing as it would allow him to release striker Gianluca Scamacca on loan to Roma.
      The Belgian international’s move to the London Stadium would aid Scamacca’s return to his boyhood club under Jose Mourinho’s management.
      The FA Cup 2021-22 winner was not a part of AC Milan’s pre-season tour squad in the USA, alongside teammate Ante Rebic, according to reports.
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      Origi earns around £3.5m per season at the Rossoneri, therefore his departure to East London would save the club £12m plus income for his sale.
      West Ham are looking to spend the £105m received from Arsenal for Declan Rice wisely in the coming weeks.
      Moyes is keen to add more youth to his starting XI with the Hammers’ large new budget this summer.
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      However, the Europa Conference winners have struggled to make a single signing this summer.
      So far, Fulham have rejected West Ham’s £40m transfer bid for midfielder Joao Palhinha.
      And The Hammers have seen a loan offer for Manchester United defender Harry Maguire rejected.
      There is still hope as West Ham are leading the fight with Tottenham for Chelsea’s midfielder Conor Gallagher.
      The East London club are also working to get a deal done this week for Manchester City’s Carlos Borges for a fee of around £14m, according to TalkSport. More

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      Forgotten Chelsea star wanted by West Ham in £20m transfer swoop as Hammers splash Declan Rice cash

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      A FORGOTTEN Chelsea star is wanted by West Ham in a £20million swoop as they splash their Declan Rice cash.David Moyes is keen to add more youth to his starting XI, with 21-year-old full-back Maatsen – who spent last season on loan at Burnley – a target.
      Ian Maatsen has emerged as a target for West Ham UnitedCredit: Getty
      Maatsen is currently out in the United States with the Blues hoping to impress new manager Mauricio Pochettino.
      But he faces immense competition up against Ben Chilwell, Marc Cucurella and Lewis Hall.
      And the Dutchman could look for a move away for regular football.
      Maatsen is valued at around £20m, with West Ham looking to spend the £105m received from Arsenal for Rice wisely in the coming weeks.
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      West Ham’s interest comes as Wolves chase a £5m deal to sign Aaron Cresswell.
      Cresswell, 33, recently signed a one-year extension to his contract until 2024 – but the Hammers are open to offers for the left-back as they look to revamp their squad.
      Wolves have offered to pay £2.5m but will need to front up more to get their man, having also signed former East London centre back Craig Dawson in January.
      Emerson Palmieri is currently West Ham’s first choice left back, having started both their pre-season games out in Australia, as well as last month’s Europa Conference League final victory.
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      West Ham’s links with Maatsen comes with the club yet to make a move in this window.
      They have so far failed in their attempts to bring in Fulham’s Joao Palhinha for £45m and Manchester United’s Harry Maguire on loan.
      The Hammers are also looking to land Ajax midfielder Edson Alvarez after an initial approach. More

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      Premier League stadium looks unrecognisable as it is transformed into athletics arena during summer

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      THE London Stadium has undergone a dramatic transformation just weeks before the new Premier League season.West Ham’s home ground is used for a multitude of events throughout the year, including gigs and baseball matches.
      The London Stadium is the home of Premier League side West HamCredit: GETTY
      The stadium predominately stages footie matchesCredit: GETTY
      It also stages a wide array of concertsCredit: REX
      It’s gone back to its roots for this year’s London Athletics Meet
      The stadium was, of course, initially built to stage athletics events for the 2012 Olympics.
      And it’s gone back to its roots ahead of this year’s London Athletics Meet.
      The latest London Athletics Meet – formerly known as the Anniversary Games – takes place on Sunday afternoon.
      The event – which draws thousands of athletics fans – is part of the Wanda Diamond League series.
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      An excerpt of a statement on the Games’ website read: “World Class athletics is coming back to the stadium that bought you Super Saturday, gold medals galore and glorious track and field moments.
      “Stars of the Commonwealth Games, European and World Championships will be headed for the London Stadium next summer for the biggest one-day athletics spectacular of the year.”
      The London Stadium underwent an insane makeover last weekend for Monster Jam.
      Over 50,000 fans attended the event showcasing American monster trucks in all their glory.
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      And it will undergo another face-lift just a few days after the meet to transform it into a festival venue.
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      The home of the Hammers will host a three-day chicken wing festival on July 28, 29 and 30th.
      West Ham will kick off their Premier League campaign on August 12 away to Bournemouth.
      Their first home match of the season takes place on August 20 and will see them welcome city rivals Chelsea to the London Stadium. More

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      Fans say ‘no DNA test needed’ as ex-Premier League maverick’s son scores rabona wondergoal

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      FANS are saying that “no DNA test is needed” after Dimitri Payet shared one of his son’s goals on Twitter.The ex-West Ham star, 36, shared a clip of his son scoring the sensational strike as he wished him a happy birthday.
      Payet is no stranger to a wonder goal…Credit: AFP
      … And it seems his son isn’t either after scoring an audacious rabonaCredit: twitter @dimpayet17
      Dimitri Payet with his son at Euro 2016, where he was one of the players of the tournamentCredit: PA:Press Association
      The video shows the ball rolling out to the youngster, who expertly executes a rabona from the edge of the area.
      Payet, who left West Ham for Marseille in 2017, was well known for his wondergoals for the Hammers.
      And fans were quick to draw comparisons between father and son.
      One fan wrote: “The same mastery as his Dad! Happy birthday to him.”
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      Another added: “For a very long time we have known that this little one has a technique well above the average! It’s in the genes! Well done little one.”
      A third wrote: “Like father, like son. The success is assured. A Ballon d’Or is in sight.”
      While a fourth said: “No DNA test needed!”
      A fifth pleaded with Payet to stay at Marseille one more year as the attacking midfielder enters the twilight of his career in the south of France.
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      They said: “Take us out for a legendary season and win your trophy with OM you deserve it the best 10 in the world.”
      Payet was a fan favourite at West Ham and his performances at the club from 2015 until 2017 saw him become a regular in the French national team.
      But he left the London Stadium under a cloud after a protracted transfer saga.
      Reflecting on his decision to leave the Hammers, Payet said he looks back on his time in claret and blue fondly and asked fans to forgive his decision to leave.
      He said: “I spent 18 months [at West Ham] full of emotions and excitement after Euro 2016 but no, I don’t have any regrets. It was a choice I made, a personal choice and a family-based choice as well.
      “Since I left West Ham I have stayed at Marseille, I haven’t gone to any other club and don’t intend on going to any other club so it wasn’t leaving for the sake of leaving.
      “It was a personal decision, a family decision and yeah, it was a pretty brutal break I suppose when I left, that’s true, but I hope over the course of the years West Ham fans have come to understand why I left.
      “I would certainly like and hope to think that.” More