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West Ham showed patience to Nayef Aguerd is just phenomenal

Aditya Bose — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 10:30:59 +0000

Two unidentified European bidders as well as a Saudi Pro League club made approaches to the defender. However, Nayef Aguerd consistently told his representatives that he was content at West Ham and had no desire to leave. Nuno Espirito Santo’s Al Ittihad expressed late interest in the 27-year-old player but did not make a counteroffer. Aguerd left Rennes in June 2022 for a transfer fee of €31 million (£26.7 million; $31 million), which may increase to €35 million with add-ons. The defender is grateful for the understanding displayed by Moyes and the physio staff when he missed four months of

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Player Profile: Konstantinos Mavropanos

Aditya Bose — Sun, 10 Sep 2023 19:35:51 +0000

After turning 20, Konstantinos Mavropanos departed his native Greece and joined Arsenal. He made only 8 appearances before leaving North London two years later. Mavropanos would make an impression on a brief loan at Nürnberg of the German second division, and then he would go out on loan once more in the summer of 2020, this time to Stuttgart. He made 89 games for the Bundesliga team Die Schwaben, who finished ninth before narrowly surviving relegation in back-to-back seasons. After winning the Europa Conference League at age 25, he relocates back to London and signs a five-year deal with Edson

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Edson Alvarez’s flawless integration into West Ham’s midfield

Aditya Bose — Mon, 04 Sep 2023 12:46:36 +0000

Edson Alvarez, the versatile midfielder for West Ham United, showcased his immense talent and skill beyond his defensive duties during the intense match against Luton Town. In a remarkable display of his abilities, Alvarez left no doubt that he is a force to be reckoned with. In a moment of sheer brilliance, Lucas Paqueta showcased his exceptional skills by delivering a truly magnificent cross that allowed Jarrod Bowen to break through the impenetrable Luton defence. However, let us not forget the pivotal role played by Alvarez, who transformed into a masterful playmaker just moments before, setting the stage for this

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What can we expect from West Ham United’s draw in the Europa League?

Aditya Bose — Fri, 01 Sep 2023 18:45:53 +0000

West Ham have both the quality and experience necessary to advance out of Group A. It is important to keep in mind that the east Londoners won 10 of their 12 matches during the previous season in their Conference League competition, and that they finished first in their Europa League group in 2021-22. Which game can prove to be crucial in this first round of the competition? The games versus Olympiacos can prove to be challenging. The men from the port area of Piraeus in Athens are regulars in the European tournaments and will be keen to improve on their

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Mohammed Kudus is a versatile counterattacker who is achieving his goals

Aditya Bose — Wed, 30 Aug 2023 06:02:10 +0000

The 22-year-old’s brief career is filled with palpable triumphs and sincere motivation for those watching at home, from scoring a stunning brace for Ghana at the 2022 World Cup to a rocket strike at Anfield. With his reputation developing after three seasons at Ajax, Kudus’s next move may be the most significant of his life. Kudus is a midfield technician, a speed dribbler, and a strong ball striker all wrapped into one. He is a medium-sized (5ft 9in; 177cm), stocky midfielder with endless energy on and off the ball. He has been incredibly successful for Ajax because of his ability

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Antonio’s stellar start to the season has relieved West Ham’s urgency to find a striker

Aditya Bose — Tue, 29 Aug 2023 06:35:09 +0000

Before Saturday’s away game against Brighton began, Tim Steidten, the technical director for West Ham United, and manager David Moyes were spotted having a lengthy conversation on the side of the pitch. If the club was talking about looking for a new striker in the last days of the summer transfer window, then maybe what Michail Antonio performed during his 79 minutes on the pitch has changed those intentions. Antonio has been phenomenal against Brighton- In an excellent 3-1 victory, Antonio scoring once and provided one assist. West Ham finished the night on top of the Premier League standings thanks

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Divin Mubama, a West Ham striker, is capable of performing in the first-team

Aditya Bose — Fri, 25 Aug 2023 19:08:08 +0000

Mubama, now 18 years old, joined West Ham. He signed his first professional deal in October 2021; it has an option to be extended through the summer of 2024. The attacker made his first-team debut in November, again in the Europa Conference League, in a 3-0 victory over FCSB in Romania. Mubama, who will be 19 in October, is anticipated to have a breakthrough season. Billy McKinlay, the head coach of West Ham’s first squad, claimed that for the first few weeks of preseason, he was “really impressive” and that it “has given us something to think about.“ Debut and

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Alphonse Areola is reaching new heights under the light of David Moyes

Aditya Bose — Thu, 24 Aug 2023 08:23:36 +0000

Alphonse Areola defended David Moyes’ choice to designate him West Ham United’s starting custodian just before halftime of Sunday’s derby match with Chelsea. Areola, 30, began last weekend’s Premier League opener away to Bournemouth in lieu of Lukasz Fabianski, 38, who is only expected to play in the three cup tournaments this season. Fabianski has been a longtime first-choice but will only play in those games this year. Areola’s stop of Enzo Fernandez’s penalty just before halftime, when the scores were tied at 1-1, served as confirmation of that elevation. The France international has denied just one penalty kick since

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The long-term solution to West Ham’s front-line problems could lie in Jarrod Bowen

Aditya Bose — Mon, 21 Aug 2023 14:19:04 +0000

Given how well regarded Jarrod Bowen is by his teammates at West Ham United, it is not surprising that the organisation places a high premium on securing his long-term future. Two years remain on the winger’s current contract, but negotiations to extend it have been ongoing for more than a year without coming to a conclusion. West Ham is still pressuring Bowen to make a long-term commitment to playing at the London Stadium. In a remarkable 14-month span, the 26-year-old made his England debut in June 2022, set a West Ham record for most goals in a European match, gave

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What makes James Ward Prowse so special for the Hammers?

Aditya Bose — Mon, 21 Aug 2023 07:29:46 +0000

The teams reached an agreement on a £30 million ($38 million) transfer price last week, and the 28-year-old player underwent a physical on Friday before moving from Southampton to West Ham on a four-year deal on Monday. The midfielder was moved to tears as he said goodbye to his teammates and staff following Southampton’s 4-4 draw with Norwich City on Saturday afternoon in the Championship. Flynn Downes will join Saints on a season-long loan once Ward-Prowse arrives. Downes’ illness caused a delay in the transfer, but the midfielder is scheduled to undergo his physical on Wednesday. Downes, who played little

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