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Lopetegui could already have his own Jhon Duran in West Ham machine. West Ham United need to hit the ground running after the second international pause of the season. Julen Lopetegui claimed his biggest victory at the helm so far just over a week ago, putting four past newly-promoted Ipswich Town in the Premier League. After spending over £120m on first-team talent this summer in the wake of David Moyes’ timely departure, it’s fair that some expected more over the opening few months, even if some of the criticism has been inordinate. There’s been something to be desired from an…
Tottenham Hotspur may find themselves priced out of a move for Crystal Palace attacker Eberechi Eze. That’s according to the club’s former scout, Mick Brown, who thinks the £68m release clause in the England international’s contract will prove too much for most potential suitors. Eze has established himself as one of the most exciting attacking players in the Premier League since joining Palace in 2020. Last season alone, the 26-year-old notched 11 goals and four assists in 27 Premier League outings to help Palace finish 10th. Eze’s form was rewarded with a place in England’s Euro 2024 squad, helping the…
Tottenham Hotspur may find themselves priced out of a move for Crystal Palace attacker Eberechi Eze. That’s according to the club’s former scout, Mick Brown, who thinks the £68m release clause in the England international’s contract will prove too much for most potential suitors. Eze has established himself as one of the most exciting attacking players in the Premier League since joining Palace in 2020. Last season alone, the 26-year-old notched 11 goals and four assists in 27 Premier League outings to help Palace finish 10th. Eze’s form was rewarded with a place in England’s Euro 2024 squad, helping the…
West Ham’s Karren Brady says £50m ‘elephant in the room’ must be addressed. A divisive figure among supporters, West Ham chief Karren Brady is a regular commentator in football finance matters. And she has now turned her pen to the biggest issue of the day. Any goodwill towards the ownership regime at the London Stadium garnered as a result of their relative success on the pitch in recent years has dissipated over the summer. Price hikes and the phasing out of concessions tickets – discounted rates for juniors and seniors – have sparked a monumental backlash against David Sullivan and…
Ghana media tears West Ham United ace Mohammed Kudus to shreds after shock. Ghanaian media have slammed Mohammed Kudus after the West Ham United star failed to inspire the national team to victory over Sudan. The Black Stars succumbed to a 2-0 defeat against 120th-ranked FIFA side Sudan in the AFCON qualifiers on Tuesday (15 October). Wearing the captain’s armband, Kudus played the full 90 minutes but was unable to prevent a devastating loss that has now jeopardised the team’s AFCON qualification. 3News did not hold back with their criticism of the 24-year-old as they rated him 5/10 and wrote:…
West Ham staff seriously excited about ‘elegant’ youngster who just scored first international goal. Although the win against Ipswich Town lifted the mood before the international break, there hasn’t been too much to be positive about at West Ham United recently. Julen Lopetegui’s new era hasn’t begun as expected and West Ham have taken more steps backwards than many would have imagined. Perhaps there is still an end goal in sight, but Lopetegui certainly seems frustrated on the touchline himself. West Ham won’t make a knee-jerk decision on Lopetegui’s future, but few would have imagined that a departure would even…
Tomas Soucek proves Julen Lopetegui right after what West Ham United ace did for Czechia. West Ham United ace Tomas Soucek has proven Julen Lopetegui right after his performance for Czechia in their 1-1 Nations League draw against Ukraine on Monday (14 October). Czechia now find themselves at the top of their Nations League table, one point ahead of second-placed Georgia. Soucek starred on the international stage once again and proved that Lopetegui’s choice to continue starting the midfielder is a worthwhile cause. Tomas Soucek needs to carry his international form over to West Ham United Lopetegui has stuck by…
Exclusive: West Ham accelerate Lucas Paqueta replacement after lifetime ban news. West Ham are stepping up their search for Lucas Paqueta replacements in case the Brazilian faces a lifetime ban from football, sources have told Football Insider. This comes after reports claimed that the FA are seeking to impose a lifetime ban should he be found guilty of alleged illegal betting activities. Sources say the Hammers are already planning for a worst-case-scenario decision, with the case against the 27-year-old dragging on since August 2023. Paqueta was charged with misconduct by the FA in May as they revealed the attacking midfielder…
Julen Lopetegui has no choice but to start Konstantinos Mavropanos after what West Ham United ace did. Konstantinos Mavropanos has staked his claim to be in the West Ham United first XI after impressing for Greece on international duty. After starting in the Irons’ first five Premier League games of the season, the defender was dropped to the bench for their clashes with Brentford and Ipswich. Going into the international break, it was important for him to use the time away to impress Julen Lopetegui and reclaim his place in the starting lineup. Mavropanos has done exactly that, having helped…
West Ham youngster Airidas Golambeckis has been named in the Guardian Next Generation list of all 20 Premier League clubs. Jacob Steinberg has lauded the 16-year-old’s ball-playing abilities and despite being a centre-back by trade, he has been tipped to play in central midfield as well. Golambeckis has already represented Lithuania at the youth level but his form for the Hammers’ under-18s side and his featuring in Premier League 2 for the under-21s, has caught England’s eye. Steinberg wrote in the Guardian: “The teenager is regarded as a top prospect by academy staff at West Ham. “Golambeckis is prized because…