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WEST HAM fans are growing in confidence ahead of the new season as their transfer plans take shape.The Hammers are heading into a new era as David Moyes has departed after a successful five years in charge.West Ham are in talks to sign Aaron Wan-BissakaCredit: GettyThe Hammers also have an interest in Reiss NelsonCredit: GettyJhon Duran is the club’s top striker targetCredit: GettyJulen Lopetegui replaces him at the helm in the hope of implementing a more attacking style of football.And director Tim Steidten, who was banned from the dressing room last season after a difference in ideas from Moyes, is in control of transfers.West Ham have already splashed £40million on centre-back Max Kilman from Wolves as they look to bolster a leaky defence that conceded 74 goals in the Premier League last term.Jean-Clair Todibo could also join on an initial loan with an option to buy from Nice.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, the deal may be scuppered amid interest from Juventus.And at right-back, West Ham have began talks over an £18m move for Manchester United star Aaron Wan-Bissaka.Further up the pitch, they also have an interest in Arsenal winger Reiss Nelson.The 24-year-old is reportedly open to leaving North London in the search for more game time and has a £20m price tag on his head.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMeanwhile, Lopetegui and Steidten appear keen to provide competition to Michail Antonio in the shape of Jhon Duran.The Aston Villa star is their No1 striker target and could cost £35m.Who is Julen Lopetegui?Adding the highly-rated Duran to a talented frontline of Jarrod Bowen, Lucas Paqueta and Mohammed Kudus has Hammers fans believing they will be competing for European qualification again.One supporter said: “We are about to take over.”Another joked: “Give us the title already.”A third commented: “I like this a lot.”West Ham have also signed Brazilian wonderkid Luis Guilherme and goalkeeper Wes Foderingham. More

IPSWICH are in talks with West Ham star Ben Johnson.The right-back is out of contract at the London Stadium this summer and talks are progressing well over a free transfer to Portman Road.Ben Johnson is nearing a move to IpswichCredit: AlamyJohnson has been offered a lucrative new deal to stay at the Hammers.But the defender is keen to increase his playing time and is leaning towards leaving.There has also been interest in the 24-year-old from Crystal Palace.Johnson joined West Ham’s academy at the age of seven and has made 109 appearances for his boyhood club.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut he struggled for minutes last season under David Moyes, starting just seven games in all competitions.New boss Julen Lopetegui is ready to enter the transfer market to bolster his squad ahead of the new season.He is keen on a reunion with Wolves star Max Kilman, with West Ham seeing an opening bid worth £25million rejected.The club are also supposedly nearing the signing of goalkeeper Wes Foderingham on a free transfer from Sheffield United. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSWest Ham have already signed Brazilian wonderkid Luis Guilherme for £25million.Meanwhile, Ipswich are in the market for a centre-back and have been linked with Liverpool’s Nat Phillips and Hull’s Jacob Greaves.Who is Julen Lopetegui?Julen Lopetegui enjoyed a 17-year career as a goalkeeper for the likes of Real Madrid and Barcelona.He won the LaLiga title with Real Madrid in 1990 and two Spanish Super Cups with Barcelona, before stepping into management in 2003.He began coaching as an assistant for Spain’s U17s side, before stints with Rayo Vallecano and Real Madrid’s B team.Lopetegui then returned to the Spain set-up to manage their various age group teams, leaving in 2014 for the Porto job.He landed Spain’s top job in 2016 and spent two years at the helm of the national team, but was dismissed before the 2018 World Cup after it was announced he would become Real Madrid boss after the tournament.The Spaniard was sacked after just two months at the Bernabeu following a dismal spell.He joined Sevilla in 2019 and won the Europa League with them the following year.Lopetegui departed Sevilla in 2022 and joined Wolves in the November, guiding them to a 13th place finish.He left in August of last year, shortly before the start of the season, before Gary O’Neil replaced him.Best ten new Premier League kits for next season More

WEST HAM have confirmed the signing of Brazilian wonderkid Luis Guilherme.The 18-year-old joins from Palmeiras for a reported £25million fee.Luis Guilherme has signed for West HamCredit: Instagram / @westhamThe highly-rated youngster has been capped five times by Brazil’s youth-teamCredit: GettyGuilherme has signed a five-year deal and his move will be completed on Friday when the transfer window opens – subject to international clearance and a work permit being issued.He has become the first signing made by the Hammers since the arrival of new boss Julen Lopetegui.And the versatile attacking midfielder revealed that the Spaniard was crucial in him moving to East London, saying: “The head coach and I already had a conversation. “He showed me his project and I believe I’ll learn a lot from him.”I also want to thank everyone at West Ham, particularly Tim Steidten [director of football] and his team who came to Brazil, and not only talked with me, but also with my family. “They presented the project, and both my family and I liked it. So, I’m very happy to be signing with this club and hope to contribute as much as possible. “The Premier League is the best league in the world. I believe I’ll improve a lot here with the entire staff at West Ham, which is crucial for my development.“Growing up, whenever I had the chance, I watched English football. Seeing how it is and now being able to play here is an incredible feeling.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS“Since I was eleven, I had this dream, and now it’s becoming a reality. I’m very happy about it and grateful to West Ham.”Guilherme has been capped five times by the Brazil Under-20s.SunSport latest transfer headlinesHe has made 45 senior appearances for Palmeiras, scoring one goal.The South American side are building a reputation for developing top young talents as Guilherme’s team-mate Endrick, 17, has signed for Real Madrid and Estevao Willian, 17, is set to join Chelsea. More

WEST HAM have released NINE players including fan-favourite Angelo Ogbonna.The centre-back, 36, spent nine years in East London and played 249 times for the club.Angelo Ogbonna has left West Ham after nine years with the clubCredit: ReutersKeeper Joseph Anang has also been releasedCredit: GettyWest Ham have also released keeper Joseph Anang, but remain in talks with Ben Johnson and Divin Mubama over new deals.The other seven names to leave are all academy prospects.They are Jacob Knightbridge, Keenan Appiah-Forson, Dan Chesters, Liam Jones, Jerry Umolu, Seb Boothe and Blaise Uwandji.Ogbonna was loved by the West Ham faithful, ever-present at the heart of their back line for six seasons.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe joined from Juventus in 2015 for £10million having just won back-to-back Serie A titles.Ogbonna brought that experience with him to West Ham who have gone on to enjoy trophy success of their own.Under David Moyes, they claimed the Europa Conference League last season, 12 months after reaching the Europa League semi-finals.And last month Ogbonna spoke about the progression of the club.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe said: “It’s a totally different West Ham.”As a human being, everyone wants more, but you need to understand people that work here have given everything in the transition to try to change things.West Ham star Lucas Paqueta charged with betting breaches”We have got international players and now we’re standing and everyone knows West Ham around the world.”This, I think is a very, very, very, very good result and a great build-up.”West Ham’s departures come amid links with a number of potential arrivals.With new manager Julen Lopetegui at the helm, Sevilla duo Youssef En-Nesyri and Marcos Acuna are being mooted with switches to the London club.More exits are also expected in the coming weeks as Michail Antonio and Aaron Cresswell are reportedly on the way out. More

WEST HAM face losing out on a double Brazilian deal due to interest from Saudi Arabia.The Hammers have been in talks over deals for defender Fabricio Bruno and teenage winger Luis Guilherme.Julen Lopetegui could well be left frustrated as West Ham struggle to get their deals over the lineCredit: ReutersThere is interest from Saudi Arabia in Flamengo defender Fabrício BrunoCredit: GettyA deal was agreed with Flamengo for Bruno, 28, to move to the London Stadium for £12.5million while talks have been progressing with Palmeiras over 18-year-old Guilherme.The winger was valued by the South American club at £25m and had been identified by West Ham technical director Tim Steidten who has been visiting Brazil.However, both Bruno and Guilherme are now targets for Saudi Arabian clubs and have been offered huge contracts in the Gulf state.The Hammers have not completely given up on the deals but there is an expectation both will move to the Saudi Pro League.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWest Ham are pushing for a fast start to the transfer window to support new boss Julen Lopetegui.There is a target of three deals before the end of June, while Steidten wants up to eight new signings across the summer.Wolves captain Max Kilman is a target, as is Hull City defender Jacob Greaves.The Hammers explored a deal for Fulham defender Tosin Adarabioyo on a free transfer, though he is set to join Chelsea.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThere is also interest in Coventry City’s Callum O’Hare – who is available on a free – though they face competition from newly promoted Southampton.No decision has been made on whether to sell Flynn Downes to the Saints.West Ham star Lucas Paqueta charged with betting breachesDownes helped Russell Martin’s side win promotion back to the Premier League on loan this season.Martin is desperate to make the deal permanent, though the Hammers may need to keep the midfielder due to their homegrown quota.Palmeiras winger Luis Guilherme is also turning heads in the Gulf stateCredit: Getty More