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  • Yawn Yawn Decs 'Saga'-What's On The Other Channel?

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    Submitted by nevillenixon on Fri, 23/06/2023 - 23:37

    The potential transfer of Declan Rice from West Ham has become something of a media circus that shows no sign of abating and quite frankly it is all getting a bit boring! Many years ago TV viewers did not have a thousand and one channels and box sets to choose from, they only had three!

    Lack of choice was accepted by people until realistic alternatives could be acquired, so it is with regards to Dec's transfer. The player will be mightily embarrassed by how the situation is being dealt with by ALL parties concerned and probably cannot wait for a positive resolution, however when money talks loyalty often walks!

    We are by no means inferring that Declan Rice is anything but a man of honour, far from it but regrettably when the sums of money involved are so vast there will always be a bit of fiscal skulduggery involved! So don't believe what you see and hear unless it comes directly rather than in a neat 'click bait' format that simply regurgitates the same story again and again.

    When we receive some REAL news we will post, until then just enjoy the good weather and laugh out loud at some of the 'insider' information being put forward! - Ed

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  • Oh what a night!

    Submitted by Hammers65 on Wed, 21/06/2023 - 15:26

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    So the dust has settled not that much to talk about preseason,apart from Declan ( will he won't he?) & Sullys faux pas ( yet again!).....So a few of us have mentioned briefly & in a drunken haze how we watched the game,where we watched the game! Arguably our best night in living memory,so let's hear your stories guys??

  • Decs Canon Irons Exit Sets 'Outer Limits'

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    Submitted by nevillenixon on Wed, 21/06/2023 - 09:38

    João Palhinha is a decent midfielder and the 27 year old quickly established himself as a key part of Marco Silva's side that finished comfortably in the top half of the table, above West Ham.

    The Portuguese international made 40 appearances in all competitions for Fulham in his debut season at the club, during which he completed an impressive 147 tackles.

    His performances have led to interest in him from across the Premier League's top six, with both Manchester United and Liverpool reportedly keeping tabs on the defensive midfielder as well as Tottingham from the lower half of the table.

    With Arsenal set to return with a third offer for their top target Declan Rice after seeing their latest bid worth £90million rejected by West Ham, Fulham have decided to up the ante for their prized and in demand possession by whacking an eye watering and totally unjustifiable £90 Million price tag on the player in order to fend off interest from other clubs, particularly West Ham who Fulham feel have set the bench mark for in demand CDM's.

    As revealed in the media on Tuesday, Arsenal's new bid, believed to be worth £75million in guaranteed cash with an extra £15m in add ons, was instantly rejected by de facto transfer supremo David Sullivan as the club continue to hold out for a minimum of £100 Million EXCLUDING add ons.

    West Ham do have an interest in Ajax star Edson Alvarez, should a move for Palhinha prove fruitless, however cash rich Borussia Dortmund are chasing the Mexico international as a replacement for Jude Bellingham who has moved to Real Madrid. Borussia Dortmund have already sent Alvarez a contract ahead of a potential move to the Bundesliga runners up and are increasingly certain they will secure the 25 year old's signature.

    As expected, the Rice to Arsenal deal will muddy the waters over ANY incoming transfers to West Ham due to the money being mentioned and it's knock on effect with regards to player valuations, it was always going to be the opening of a 'can of worms', so let fans see how it will pan out.

    There is a feeling among some at the club that with Flynn Downes ready to step up to the plate that there is NO reason to try for a like for like replacement for Rice, especially with the figures being banded around, far better to use any money from the deal to strengthen other areas of the team, particularly the left back position AND centre back where there is need for at least one more NON injury prone player.

    Expect the whole gambit of smoke and mirrors ahead and during the early part of the season and you won't be disappointed. -Ed

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  • Arsenal are taking the proverbial

    Submitted by alby foreverirons on Wed, 21/06/2023 - 01:02

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    I for one am sick of the crap coming out of Arsenal, fans saying Decs is not worth the money, them thinking that they are the future winners of everything Football. It’s years since they have won anything and this year they finally had the chance and what happened, they bottled it. For me the result when they were two up and Sala missed the penalty, then us coming back to draw was really when the crap hit the wall for them. Now they are lowballing us on the sale of our super star Declan Rice as if we should bow to their demands and sell him to them. The two bids are an insult and as far as I am concerned they can do one, the problem is Sullivan’s big mouth on Talkshite. He went on their talking up the fact that Decs was offered a big £200 thousand a week offer but knocked it back, what he didn’t say that the contract was for eight years, no one wants to be tied down to a contract for that long when they know that in two or three years they could go to Real Madrid, Man City or a champions league team and earn double that.
    What has torpedoed Sullivans plan of starting a bidding war has been Decs and his agent saying he only wants to go to Arsenal which has probably turned off a lot of clubs, look at Bayern Munich. Now Arsenal know they have the edge on everyone so they believe they can get him for a lot less than what we value Decs at so they keep putting in insulting offers. For me we should activate his extension clause because when as Sullivan said about the agreement that he could leave it would have to be if our value was met, if Arsenal don’t value Decs at that price then he stays as far as West Ham should be concerned.

  • Cherries Followed By Chelsea

    Submitted by Louis Nixon on Fri, 16/06/2023 - 09:46

    Hammers start the 2023/4 domestic season with an away fixture against Bournemouth followed by the club's first home fixture of the new season against Chelsea. In recent seasons West Ham have had incredibly 'challenging' fixtures for their first five games, so this season's fixture list comes as something of a relief.

    Of course the club still has to play all the big hitters sometime, but at least there is a chance of getting a few points on the board early doors ahead of the more difficult fixtures. Other dates of note are the games against Tottingham which are (a) on December the 5th and (h) on April the 2nd.

    Here is a full list of this season's fixtures which ARE subject to change given the club's involvement in European competition.

    August

    12: Bournemouth (a) - kick-off 3pm.

    19: Chelsea (h)

    26: Brighton (a)

    September

    2: Luton Town (a)

    16: Manchester City (h)

    23: Liverpool (a)

    30: Sheffield United (h)

    October

    7: Newcastle (h)

    21: Aston Villa (a)

    28: Everton (h)

    November

    4: Brentford (a)

    11: Nottingham Forest (h)

    25: Burnley (a)

    December

    2: Crystal Palace (h)

    5: Tottingham (a)

    9: Fulham (a)

    16: Wolves (h)

    23: Manchester United (h)

    26: Arsenal (a)

    30: Brighton (h)

    January

    13: Sheffield United (a)

    30: Bournemouth (h)

    February

    3: Manchester United (a)

    10: Arsenal (h)

    17: Nottingham Forest (a)

    24: Brentford (h)

    March

    2: Everton (a)

    9: Burnley (h)

    16: Aston Villa (h)

    30: Newcastle (a)

    April

    2: Tottingham (h)

    6: Wolves (a)

    13: Fulham (h)

    20: Crystal Palace (a)

    27: Liverpool (h)

    May

    4: Chelsea (a)

    11: Luton Town (h)

    19: Manchester City (a)

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  • Warburton gone

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    Submitted by Deluded Hammer on Fri, 16/06/2023 - 08:58

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    That will no doubt please many but for me personally, I'm not sure that I saw that he had much influence on the team having seen his work close up at Brentford and kept an eye on him when he left for Rangers.

  • Fixtures released

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    Submitted by Deluded Hammer on Thu, 15/06/2023 - 09:21

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    Need to hit the ground running as I personally, don't see a single month where we could get a decent run going. September should be a laugh, two promoted clubs clubs either side of City and Poo.

  • Europa Conference League Win: How You Can Celebrate With Your Fellow West Ham Supporters

    Submitted by USA Hammer on Thu, 15/06/2023 - 08:07

    You can bet that the supporters of a couple of London's Premier League clubs will be looking in on West Ham's recent success with more than a green tinge of envy, Tottingham just scraped through to the Conference League Cup, a competiton which was previously much derided by their fans and Chelsea didn't even make Europe!

    The Hammers have finally ended their decades-long wait for a major trophy, so now it’s the time to celebrate! It’s been tough going for loyal fans of the Hammers, but it’s all worth it to see them raising the cup in triumph. There’s plenty you can do to celebrate the big win, both at home and with other fans.

    Of course, like many other Hammers fans, you likely celebrated on the night itself. But why leave it at one celebration when you can enjoy revelling in victory for longer? This is a momentous occasion, and it deserves to be celebrated as such.

    Host A Party

    Nothing says celebration quite like a party; it’s the go-to for a good reason. Consider getting some of your best West Ham supporter friends over to toast the victory of the Hammers in style. You could order some good food, fill the fridge with your favourite beers and party like you and the Hammers deserve.

    Visit The Stadium

    Stadium tours are an incredible way for football fans to connect with their favourite teams. You could visit the London Stadium to take a tour of the home grounds or visit the Fortuna Arena in Prague to see where the magic happened. If you choose to visit the grounds in the Czech Republic, consider making a weekend of it and enjoying all the Prague has to offer.

    Take Some You Time

    We all need a little me-time sometimes – after being a loyal fan of the Hammers year in and year out, you’ve certainly earned yourself a treat. The great thing about me-time is that it means different things for different people. One person might want to take a relaxing soak in the tub, while another might want to spend some quality time gaming on an online casino like Jackpot. Do whatever brings you joy, and make sure to choose the best quality experiences possible.

    Rewatch The Match

    There’s nothing comparable to watching live sports – fans run through a whole range of emotions throughout a match, and it’s something that rewatching a match simply can’t recapture. Still, there’s a lot to be said for rewatching the match, regardless. You can relive theeuphoria of an excellent goal and take the time to truly appreciate the sportsmanship on display without having to worry about the outcome.

    Invest In Some Memorabilia

    Whether you made it to the actual game or not, investing in some memorabilia can be an excellent way to commemorate the Hammers’ victory over Fiorentina. Consider looking for a matchday programme or physical ticket if you can get your hands on them.

    Final Thoughts

    Whatever you do to honour the victory of the Hammers in the Europa League, it’s crucial to have fun – and stay safe. There’s nothing like the community that has risen up around West Ham as a team, so do your best to find other supporters to help you celebrate. Try out options that are a little out of the usual as a way to celebrate memorably this groundbreaking achievement.

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