There are performances that disappoint, and there are performances that demand consequences. Max Kilman’s display against Leeds United on Sunday falls firmly into the latter category, leaving Nuno Espirito Santo with a straightforward decision: the centre-half cannot be trusted with West Ham’s Premier League survival. Kilman’s afternoon was a masterclass in how not to defend. … Read more
West Ham United desperately need to lock up the rearguard after conceding 55 goals this term. Only the bottom three Premier League clubs and Wolverhampton Wanderers have shipped more. The Hammers had an equally abysmal defensive record last season, and it is a problem the club has to address in the summer transfer window. West … Read more
West Ham United suffered a crushing 4-1 defeat in north London against rivals Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday. The Hammers have only won two of their first eight Premier League games (D2, L4) and sit in 15th place. Despite West Ham taking the early lead through the later dismissed Mohammed Kudus, Spurs equalised ten minutes to … Read more
West Ham United defender Nayef Aguerd has rejected the chance to move to Bundesliga club Wolfsburg on loan, per The Guardian. The Moroccan centre-half is surplus to requirements at the club, and the Irons would like to shift him off the books, but he will remain at the London Stadium for now. Aguerd joined West … Read more
West Ham United are one of the clubs in the race to sign Udinese defender Jaka Bijol, according to Messaggero Veneto. The Slovenian defender enjoyed a breakout campaign last term, helping Udinese keep six clean sheets in 24 Serie A appearances. He won 65% of his duels, impressing particularly towards the end of the season. … Read more
West Ham United have pulled out of the race to sign Toulouse centre-back Logan Costa, according to today’s edition of Corriere dello Sport (page 28). The Hammers were heavily linked with a move for the 23-year-old Cape Verde international, but Serie A side Bologna are now at the front of the queue for his signature. … Read more
West Ham United have signed Argentina international defensive midfielder Guido Rodriguez. The World Cup winner joins the Hammers on a free transfer after leaving Spanish side Real Betis. The 30-year-old has signed a three-year deal with the Hammers that runs until 2027 and will provide cover for former teammate Edson Alvarez. “I am very happy … Read more
West Ham United could return with another offer for OGC Nice centre-half Jean-Clair Todibo, according to French publication Nice-Matin (Page 41). The Hammers had submitted an offer of €30 million plus another €5m in bonuses, but the Ligue 1 club swiftly rejected the proposal. Les Aiglons are holding out for €40 million, and West Ham … Read more
West Ham United have confirmed the £40 million signing of Wolverhampton Wanderers centre-back Max Kilman. The 27-year-old signed a seven-year contract with the Hammers, keeping him at the London Stadium until the summer of 2031. Kilman will renew acquaintances with West Ham manager Julen Lopetegui, who made him captain during his time as head coach … Read more
West Ham United are closing in on their third signing of the summer transfer window. According to Sky Sports, the Hammers have finally agreed a deal with Wolverhampton Wanderers to sign highly experienced centre-back Max Kilman. Kilman emerged as a priority target for new manager Julen Lopetegui amid plans to strengthen the backline, and West … Read more