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      Aaron Wan-Bissaka ‘AGREES Man Utd transfer exit after reaching personal terms with West Ham’

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      AARON WAN-BISSAKA is on the verge of leaving Manchester United, it’s been claimed. The former England Under-21 international has been deemed surplus to requirements by manager Erik ten Hag. Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s future seemingly lies away from Manchester UnitedCredit: GETTYWest Ham are keen on signing the defenderCredit: GETTYThe 26-year-old has reportedly agreed personal terms with the HammersCredit: GETTYWest Ham began sniffing around the defender after it became clear United would be willing to cash in on him. And a move to the London Stadium is seemingly imminent for the 26-year-old.Wan-Bissaka is said to have agreed personal terms with the East Londoners.That’s according to Sky Germany, who claim the Hammers’ breakthrough in their pursuit of the defender happened on Thursday.Wan-Bissaka is rumoured to have agreed a five-year contract at the London Stadium. The deal has seemingly been hashed out after both parties found a middle ground over wages.An agreement between West Ham and Manchester United, however, has yet to be reached.It’s understood United are hoping to pocket a fee in the region of £18million for the right-back.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSSunSport, however, understands West Ham are hopeful of securing Wan-Bissaka’s services for a fee just north of £10m.Wan-Bissaka joined United from Crystal Palace in the summer of 2019 for a whopping £50m.Man Utd 3 Real Betis 2: Marcus Rashford looks back to his best before he is forced off in huge injury scareHe’s made 190 appearances during his five seasons at Old Trafford, scoring two goals and racking up 13 assists.Despite no longer being part of Ten Hag’s plans, Wan-Bissaka believes he’s flourished under his soon-to-be former manager.“It’s been good,” he said last August. “Especially for myself. I’ve learned a lot under him. “And there’s more to come, more improvement to be done. “So, yeah, I’m happy. He’s helped the team. “You can see the team’s transition has changed.” More

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      West Ham set for triple transfer swoop with Man Utd star and Euro 2024 hitman eyed after agreeing deal for Leeds ace

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      WEST HAM are closing in on a triple swoop for Aaron Wan-Bissaka and attacking duo Crysencio Summerville and Niclas Fullkrug.Manchester United right-back Wan-Bissaka, 26, is in talks over a move — but his wage demands could still prove a stumbling block.Crysencio Summerville is set to undergo a West Ham medical this weekCredit: AlamyAaron Wan-Bissaka is in talks over a move to the London StadiumCredit: GettyNiclas Fullkrug is also closing in on a move to the Hammers this summerCredit: GettyHe has one year left on his Old Trafford deal and can agree a pre-contract with an overseas club in January.But Hammers chiefs are confident they can secure a £10million-plus transfer.West Ham have agreed a deal for Leeds winger Summerville, 22, who last season scored 19 in the Championship. A medical is set for this week.While Irons boss Julen Lopetegui remains confident of sealing a deal  for Borussia Dortmund’s 31-year-old German striker Fullkrug.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe forward scored twice for Germany at Euro 2024 and was a key part of Dortmund’s run to last season’s Champions League final.Meanwhile, Summerville was named Championship player of the season last term.He provided nine assists in 43 league appearances for Leeds alongside his 19 goals.However, the club missed out on an immediate return to the Premier League after losing the play-off final to Southampton.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSummerville has four goals and two assists in his previous 34 top-flight appearances for the Whites.West Ham’s potential triple signings would double their summer arrivals to six.Prem stadium unrecognisable after being transformed into baseball ballparkLopetegui has already added Wolves captain Max Kilman to his defence.Wes Foderingham also joined on a free transfer from Sheffield United to provide competition for Alphonse Areola and Lukasz Fabianski.Brazilian teenager Luis Guilherme completed a £25million move to the London Stadium in June. More

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      I’m a director of a Premier League club and my dad is a billionaire – but I only carry £10 and still fly with Ryanair

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      A PREMIER League club director and son of a billionaire has revealed he only carries £10 and still flies with Ryanair.Jack Sullivan made headlines when he became managing director of the West Ham United women’s football team aged just 17.Jack Sullivan became the managing director of the West Ham United women’s football team when he was just 17Credit: GettyHis dad, David Sullivan is West Ham’s billionaire ownerCredit: GettyThe son of West Ham’s billionaire owner, David Sullivan, recently announced his plans to fly with Ryanair for his upcoming holiday in Ibiza.He told the Times: “I come from an extremely privileged and fortunate background, there’s no denying that, but as a family we believe a lot in charity and helping others.”Even though I am fortunate and have done some incredible things, at the same time I’m going to Ibiza next week and I’m flying Ryanair.”The football owner rarely carries cash with him but revealed he had just £10 in his wallet.read more on football”I’ve got €10, which is left over from my last holiday, and no other cash in there at the moment,” he added.Jack, 24, took charge of the women’s team for four years before becoming a director of West Ham United.A BBC docuseries called, “Britain’s Youngest Football Boss” followed the young businessman as he tried to lead the women’s team to success.Within 18 months at the wheel, the team has gone from semi-professional with players earning a mere £70-a-week to a squad of 20 internationals with full-time contracts.Most read in FootballHowever, he faced several critics who claimed he didn’t have enough experience in the footballing world.Yet, Jack said at the time: “I see my age as the complete opposite to a setback.Female football stars are lovers who play for bitter rivals Chelsea and West Ham”I view it as a real positive, a fresh pair of eyes. “The most important thing is to listen to as many people as possible, sometimes you will be right sometimes they will be right.”You could be 80 and not know what you’re doing. “Just because you’re young doesn’t mean you’re not smart enough to do it.”Since he took charge the women’s side has shot up from the third tier of the National League into the WSL- the first full-time professional division for female players in England.They were promoted into the top flight last season and reached the FA Cup final in their first year, losing out to Manchester City.The sale of season tickets has more than doubled to over 1000 but Jack credits the rapid growth of the women’s side to the club’s core family values.He said: “We are a family club I’ve always said that we are all very approachable and we want everything to work in the best possible way.”We know not everything is always going to be perfect like in a family but at the same time, we do our best.”Everyone’s very welcoming and there’s a real team spirit here which is what makes the club so special.”We try and take the same values from the men’s side, we share a lot of the staff and the academy of football is something really important here.”READ MORE SUN STORIESIt comes after football fans were dealt a huge blow as the sweeping crackdown on dodgy owners won’t see the light of day before the general election. And the richest Premier League owners have been revealed – where does your club rank? More

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      Jhon Duran ’causes chaos with s***housery’ as Aston Villa ace performs controversial gesture amid West Ham transfer link

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      ASTON VILLA ace Jhon Duran took social media by storm amid strong transfer links with West Ham.Duran, 20, scored eight goals in 37 appearances last season but couldn’t break into Unai Emery’s starting line-up due to Ollie Watkins’ stunning performances.Aston Villa ace Jhon Duran dropped a strong West Ham transfer hintCredit: GettyDuran performed a West Ham gesture during a live videoCredit: ReutersDuran appeared to perform a pose similar to West Ham’s Irons gestureThat led to intense transfer interest from the Hammers and the striker has appeared keen on that move in his bid for more first-team football.The Colombia international fuelled the ongoing speculation on social media with a live video suggesting he could be on his way to East London.Duran looked at the camera and crossed his arms in the style of West Ham’s Irons gesture.Fans were stunned as they stormed the comments’ section, with some convinced the Colombian just issued a come-and-get-me plea.Read More on FootballOne West Ham supporter tweeted: “Jhon Duran is our [Marko] Arnautovic 2.0″It’ll probably end in tears, but bring on this s**thouse causing chaos.”Another posted: “Oh dear!”A third wrote: “Not sure about him.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThis fan said: “Very bad look if he doesn’t sign and stays at Villa.”And that Villa fan stated: “Take him. I’m begging at this point.”SunSport’s Latest Transfer HeadlinesAccording to the Evening Standard, West Ham had an offer in excess of £30million rejected by Villa during the summer transfer window.The Hammers are considering an improved bid for Duran, whom the Villans value at £40m.The centre-forward also attracted interest from Chelsea this summer but Enzo Maresca’s side appears unwilling to meet his valuation.Duran appears keen on a move to West Ham this summer More

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      West Ham ‘AGREE transfer for Man Utd target Noussair Mazraoui but Red Devils still in race for Bayern Munich star’

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      WEST HAM have agreed a deal to sign Noussair Mazraoui from Bayern Munich, according to reports.The clubs have agreed on a fee that could rise to £16.4million.West Ham have agreed a deal to sign MazraouiCredit: GettySky Sports Germany report that West Ham also have an agreement in principle with Mazraoui on personal terms.They say that financial details on terms of the deal still need to be agreed before the deal can be finalised.Manchester United’s interest in Mazraoui has been well reported.But they would need to sell Aaron Wan-Bissaka before they could bring in the Bayern right-back.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLWest Ham were one of the teams linked with Wan-Bissaka but appear to have cut out the middle man and gone straight for United’s target.Sky Germany report that West Ham now lead Man Utd in the race for Mazraoui.Bayern signed Mazraoui from Ajax in 2022 on a four-year deal.He has played 55 times for the club in various positions – although he has largely been kept out of the team by Joshua Kimmich.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSWest Ham have signed three players so far this summer.Wes Foderingham arrived from Sheffield United on a free transfer as well as Luis Guilherme on a £25m deal from Palmeiras.Check out the stats for the £59m midfielder Man Utd have agreed personal terms withMax Kilman also arrived from Wolves in a £40m transfer earlier this month. More

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      West Ham fans convinced ‘we are about to take over’ after realising stunning starting XI with four new transfers

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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

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      West Ham star Ben Johnson ready to swap Premier League clubs in summer transfer despite lucrative contract offer

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      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

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      Watch Luis Guilherme’s Palmeiras highlights as West Ham complete £25m transfer for Brazilian winger

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      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