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  • The Premier League Way

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    Submitted by boogerscaravan on Mon, 27/07/2026 - 10:37

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    I'll keep this short and sweet. Now I know Nuno has got very good previous here with Wolves promotion. So I don't really see any bumps in the road. But in my opinion we cannot, and should not, bring our Premier League mentality to the Championship.

    I watched a fair bit of the Championship last season and as a football anorak. The difference in playing style is as obvious as Bonnie Blue in charge of a Nunnery. Night and day difference.

    So I'm not telling Nuno how to do his job, but the mindset and combative battling have to be there from the outset. Burnley will be in a similar position, so the contrast will not be so evident. But it won't take long to wake up. This is a whole different ball game.

  • Rangers vs West Ham Line-ups

    Submitted by Louis Nixon on Sun, 26/07/2026 - 15:02

    West Ham: Hermansen, Walker-Peters, Kilman, Mavropanos, Scarles, Ward-Prowse, Kante, Lamadrid, Bowen (C), Pablo, Taty

    Subs: Areola, Potts, Marshall, Orford, Herrick, Earthy, Golambeckis, Mayers, Ajala, Casey, Cornet

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  • Could Malick Diouf Play In A Different Role This Season For West Ham?

    Submitted by Louis Nixon on Sat, 25/07/2026 - 10:42

    El Hadji Malick Diouf was signed last season by the Hammers for a £19m fee, he was seen as the ‘perfect player’ for Graham Potter's tactical style and whilst he flourished under the Englishman…. He was the only player to flourish, and upon Nuno’s arrival, Diouf had to adapt to a new tactic and style that he wasn’t always used to.

    As West Ham have progressed through the transfer window, they have become one of two clubs to make one signing or less heading into the campaign. One of the primary reasons for this being of course, the difficulty behind the scenes orchestrating new ownership as higher-ups; however, seeing as the Hammers have faced this difficulty, could they perhaps opt for a left-field approach by utilising the tools that they already have?

    West Ham have made it clear that they do not want to sell anymore first team players this window as they don’t need the money and are hoping to retain their core, numerous clubs have been interested in Malick Diouf, but all offers that have come in for him, including Brentford’s offer yesterday, have been far off the mark, and it would require a substantial fee, around £45-£50m to see a sale be made.

    With Diouf likely to remain at the club, could West Ham seek a position change for the Senegalese? With Crysencio Summerville officially completing his move to Al-Hilal yesterday and West Ham not being linked with a replacement yet, could Nuno seek to convert Diouf into a winger, leaving Scarles to remain at the starting left back, whilst Diouf is allowed to push further forward.

    Diouf often played a more wide midfielder role at Slavia Prague where the Hammers bought him from, across last season, he received much criticism regarding his defending and whilst he had his moments, all in all they weren’t consistent enough, perhaps a more attacking position is the way to go.

    It would come as a shock to see Malick Diouf leave West Ham this season and it’s simply just a matter of what Nuno likes the idea of, without signing a replacement, it’s Diouf or Lamadrid replacing Summerville for next season… time will tell but it wouldn’t be the first time that West Ham have attempted a bizarre position change.

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  • Do you like this new model West Ham?

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    Submitted by mcbikeman on Fri, 24/07/2026 - 14:09

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    Bit like the good old days when the only foreign transfers that happened were Scots coming down to play in Div 1....A snippet in the papers once a week then suddenly "XXXXX" signs for the Hammers and as fans we thought wow wonder who he is if he is any good etc where as nowadays every bloody player has some you tube channel showcasing his talents and suddenly we are all experts on the player.

    But back to the Club..the recent dealings regarding sales whilst we all new who would for sure be leaving the club were not saying anything rather let media outlets fan channels etc speculate over the price and such and how much we should sell for as valuations way inflated and nobody would pay up...Radio silence from the club nothing until the price was met and the deal done...now i think we can all agree that had the other lot still been in charge instead of the over £140million we got for both players their would of been story after story about how we have to sell before we can buy we really need to sell blah blah blah and if we had got anywhere near £100million for both we would of been amazed.

    So are you happier with this new way (proper) of going about our dealings or are you needing the drug of constant links and Chairman led gossip leading to chaos.

    One last thing to note although i mentioned the Scots coming down as regular transfers in the summer in those long ago days i have to say(nope not talking the great Clyde Best here) i rmbr going to this match and seeing this Lad make his debut and score for us.....and come on now that is the proper away kit you have to agree...

    https://youtu.be/08OhXxFQ6s4?si=xpZiyt-XzIEm9quQ

  • Stevenage vs West Ham Line-ups

    Submitted by Louis Nixon on Wed, 22/07/2026 - 18:47

    West Ham: Hermansen, Walker-Peters, Kilman, Golambeckis, Scarles, Kante, Ward-Prowse, Lamadrid, Bowen (C), Pablo, Taty

    Subs: Areola, Casey, Marshall, Mayers, Fearon, Herrick, Robinson, Murphy, Battrum, Kerr, Cornet, Brooks, Orford, Ajala

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  • West Ham’s Financial Dilemma - A Problem But Not A Worry

    Submitted by Louis Nixon on Wed, 22/07/2026 - 11:17

    It was common knowledge that West Ham would have to sell in the summer regardless of whether they stayed in the Premier League or were relegated to the Championship, and it was quickly configured that the Hammers would need to make over £150m in player sales to bolster their financial status.

    This is all commonly known information but crucially, this was the information we had pre-Daniel Kretinsky takeover, meaning nobody factored money being put into the club as part of the equation, as that’s something David Sullivan wouldn’t have even fathomed doing.

    Whilst the papers haven’t officially been released, West Ham have, in fact, had £90m, the maximum amount, put into the club by Daniel Kretinsky. The player sales of Mateus Fernandes warranted an additional £85m, though Southampton make £6.5m due to clauses, meaning £78.5m was inherited for the transfer.

    That already totals £168.5m before the sale of Summerville, meaning that £150m that needed to be raised has already been achieved, hence the club's comfort level to not panic sell. The flip side is that Kretinsky is a businessman and of course, that “excess” £16.5m isn’t enough to work with, hence why the sale of Crysencio Summerville will essentially fund all required transfer activity in this window.

    Presuming Summerville accepts his move to Al-Hilal, West Ham will have £71.5m guaranteed, with a possibility of an extra £5m to spend. That would be enough to fund the summer and bolster the squad in winter if required. Not to mention, these equations aren’t factoring in any other exits that will happen.

    It’s frustrating that other Championship clubs are seemingly jumping ahead of West Ham with incomings, but it’s evident to see that there’s method behind the activity and it doesn’t mirror the classic DS tactics of waiting until the last minute.

    The club are operating in a much more efficient way, one that will be beneficial for the future financially and one that will still see Nuno be given the players needed, it just might take a little time but it’s definitely going to happen.

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  • Roma Roundabout Concludes In Saudi Arabia - Summerville Exit Confirmed

    Submitted by Louis Nixon on Tue, 21/07/2026 - 17:18

    The famous saying of Jose Mourinho when trying to sign Drogba was “Pay and don’t speak” - Well perhaps Roma should’ve listened to their former manager's advice.

    After sending three offers in the space of six days, Roma might’ve thrown a stone at their own glass house as the Italian side have stuttered for too long and suddenly the Saudi swoop has swung the Hammers’ way and Crysencio Summerville appears to be on his way to Al-Hilal!

    The Saudi Arabian side have swooped in and placed an €70,000,000 offer for the Dutchman (£60,000,000) in an attempt to sway West Ham and tempt Summerville to secure his signature.

    Daniel Kretinsky has held out and it certainly has paid off. The Czech billionaire stuck to his price tag for Summerville and it’s not just paid off, it’s paid off big time, so much so the sandbags might be able to become money bags! It’s fantastic news for the Hammers.

    Seemingly every club in the Universe has benefited from Saudi Arabia but finally it seems it’s West Ham’s time to shine.

    The £68m fee will bolster West Ham’s transfer activity and now finally a fee has been concluded, other business can now kick on - a financial breakdown will be spoken about tomorrow.

    The fee has been agreed, the medical has been arranged and the personal terms have been agreed, just the legal logistics to manoeuvre around and all will be said and done.

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  • Central Defender Market Round-Up

    Submitted by Louis Nixon on Tue, 21/07/2026 - 10:08

    The Hammers have stepped up their interest in Dylan Lawler from Cardiff City who’s a central defender. He has many strong skills to his game but one that stands out is his confidence. For Cardiff, there have been numerous occasions where he’s been able to go for a last-ditch challenge or he’s been able to pick up the ball and drive it forward.

    It is thought that Dylan Lawler would be one of the two central defenders that the Hammers aim to bring in this window, with the other being more experienced, specifically Axel Disasi, who the club are still holding out for.

    However, whilst West Ham are interested, Lawler has received interest from more than 10+ clubs, one of which is Bayern Munich, therefore making the deal rather complicated, especially since Cardiff are hoping for a bidding war to commence rather than merely accepting West Ham’s current offer on the table which hasn’t yet been rejected.

    West Ham have also offered Konstantinos Mavropanos a new contract in the hope of convincing the Greek to stay during the Championship, and fend off the current interest from Borussia Dortmund and Bayer Leverkusen.

    Max Kilman is set to stay at West Ham, despite the club’s efforts to get rid of the Englishman by placing him on the market for a move away permanently or on loan - nobody has registered interest.

    With two senior defenders at the club currently, West Ham want to add two more, but the clocks ticking, offers are in but will they come up short?

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  • What is your biggest fear for the season ahead?

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    Submitted by mcbikeman on Sun, 19/07/2026 - 14:37

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    With the Playoffs now extended down to the top eight if we are not in that then we are in shit! but my biggest fear is Nuno...the way he falls out with players and that's it you are done regardless of what it may mean to the team is a big worry for me....Now do not get me wrong i am all for discipline and showing players who is in charge but seemingly holding grudges for some sleight really he needs to grow up and get a thicker skin.......His tactics well we all no them but let us see if his best mate now alongside him can help remedy his shall we say over cautious way of playing.....I am looking forward to the new season and hopefully football on the front foot for a change and with the Portsmouth cup game already a sell out well i am sure their are plenty of other supporters of other clubs who cast a jealous eye our way and many smaller sides looking forward to a nice payday when we come to town...COYI lets win the bloody Championship.

  • West Ham’s Frustration Grows As Italians' Antics Continue

    Submitted by Louis Nixon on Sun, 19/07/2026 - 11:25

    The Hammers have been looking to retain the majority of players, but we’re accepting that certain departures were inevitable, one of which being Crysencio Summerville.

    Amongst all the interest, West Ham set a price tag of £50m on him and Kretinsky has stuck to his named price, without a budget in sight.

    Whilst Manchester United were interested in the Dutchman, they would have to sell Marcus Rashford before pursuing a deal, leading to complications, leaving just Aston Villa and Roma to compete for Jimmy.

    Aston Villa have received an enormous pay cheque after selling Morgan Rogers to Chelsea for an astronomical £117m, meaning they’re now weighing up their options before inevitably smashing any club out of the water.

    Roma are continuously putting bids towards West Ham, but they’re short of our asking price and the club are beginning to be frustrated. Summerville is open to the move to Roma and personal terms aren’t expected to be an issue, but at this moment in time, the Italian side, with their minimal money, are only conjuring up €45m (£39m) which is still around £10m off the asking price.

    Roma are attempting to pinpoint and pressure West Ham into accepting a lower price by insinuating that if the club maintain their price, they’ll switch over to target Garnacho of Chelsea, however, the Hammers don’t appear moved by their Italian tactics.

    Italian sides are known to often pay higher fees in a ludicrous amount of instalments which isn’t going to incentivise West Ham, it’s a problem all clubs face when selling a player of a higher fee to Italy, it’s always the same!

    Summerville is very likely to leave West Ham this Summer, but another thing that is for certain is West Ham won’t accept less than £50m, and if they do, it’s got a very incentivising payment schedule.

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