Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has playfully declared his allegiance to West Ham ahead of their critical clash with Arsenal. Following Cityâs clinical 3-0 victory over Brentford, which closed the gap at the top of the table, Guardiola finished his media duties with a humorous nod to the Hammers, whose result on Sunday could influence the Premier League title race
Pep Guardiola responded with trademark sarcasm after being asked if he would wear a West Ham United shirt to support them against Arsenal on Sunday. The Manchester City boss insisted his focus remains firmly on his own sideâs match against Brentford.
Jarrod Bowen is being tipped to make a huge transfer decision that will keep wife Dani and father-in-law Danny Dyer happy, with Glen Johnson telling GOAL why the England international is likely to remain at West Ham. Opportunities to leave have presented themselves to the goal-scoring winger, but personal and professional ties to the Hammers remain strong.
Arsenalâs Premier League title ambitions have been hit by a significant setback with the news that Jurrien Timber may not feature again this season. The Dutch defender has been out of action for nearly two months, and his recovery timeline has proven far more complex than the club initially anticipated.
Ex-Liverpool striker Michael Owen has identified West Ham United forward Jarrod Bowen as the perfect replacement for Mohamed Salah. With the Egyptian legend set to depart this summer, the Reds face the daunting task of filling a massive void on the right wing.
Manchester United are planning a significant restructure of their midfield as they look to future-proof the squad. The Red Devils have reportedly identified two of the Premier League's rising stars, West Hamâs Mateus Fernandes and Aston Villaâs Morgan Rogers, as primary targets to lead the club into a new era.
Tottenham Hotspur have been handed a major lifeline in their quest for Premier League survival following West Ham's 3-0 defeat at Brentford. The Hammersâ failure to secure points in the London derby means the North London side could leapfrog their rivals and escape the bottom three with a victory on Sunday.
Manchester United are reportedly ready to raid West Ham for El Hadji Malick Diouf to bolster their left-back options. The Senegalese defender has caught the eye at the London Stadium, and Old Trafford officials are now weighing up a summer approach.
West Ham have been warned that there will be âclubs circlingâ for Mateus Fernandes in upcoming transfer windows, with Joe Cole admitting to GOAL that the Hammers may find it difficult to retain the services of a âproper playerâ. After two seasons in English football, the highly-rated Portuguese midfielder is already said to be attracting interest from Manchester United and Liverpool.
Baroness Karren Brady has confirmed she is leaving her role as West Ham vice-chairman. The departure ends 'The Apprentice' star's 16-year tenure in East London, highlighted by the move to the London Stadium and European silverware.
Axel Disasi has reportedly opened the door to a permanent switch to West Ham United this summer. The Frenchman has enjoyed a revitalised stint at the London Stadium under Nuno Espirito Santo, though his long-term future in East London remains tethered to a significant condition regarding the club's league status.
Roberto De Zerbi has admitted Tottenham are "full of problems" as they fight to avoid a historic relegation from the Premier League. The Italian manager has called on his squad to ignore the noise surrounding their rivals aiming to avoid the drop and to focus on securing a first league win of 2026.
The West Ham United icon suffered a bloody injury during a heated Champions League broadcast after an animated debate led to an accidental collision with his desk. Former England manager Fabio Capello was forced to intervene during the live post-match analysis to provide medical assistance as the Italian pundit began to bleed from his forehead.
Tottenham Hotspur have officially dropped into the Premier League relegation zone following West Hamâs dominant victory over Wolves on Friday night. The result leaves the north London club facing the very real prospect of a catastrophic exit from the top flight just one year after tasting European glory.
Niclas FĂźllkrug has yet to hit his stride at AC Milan. The Rossoneri are already said to have decided on their next steps regarding the German striker.
West Ham super fan Danny Dyer experienced a night of raw emotion at the London Stadium during Sundayâs dramatic FA Cup quarter-final exit against Leeds. The actor was filmed joining in a crude supporter chant regarding son-in-law Jarrod Bowen and daughter Dani, shortly before witnessing the Hammers captain miss a decisive penalty.
West Ham United manager Nuno Espirito Santo could not hide his disappointment after his side were eliminated from the FA Cup in a heart-stopping quarter-final clash against Leeds United. Despite a heroic injury-time comeback to force the game into extra-time, the Hammers ultimately saw their Wembley aspirations vanish in a tense penalty shootout at the London Stadium.
GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, including Aaronson delivering a crucial moment for Leeds in their dramatic penalties win over West Ham.
Liverpool have been warned that replacing Mohamed Salah with just one player is an "impossible" task. Former England winger Chris Waddle stated that it will be difficult for the Reds to recruit a replacement for Salah, as there are currently few players with the striker's abilities. Waddle suggested Liverpool should sign two players at once, such as Three Lions duo Jarrod Bowen and Anthony Gordon.
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has reportedly identified the man he wants to succeed him at Old Trafford, and the candidate shares more than just a nationality with the Red Devils skipper. The Portuguese talisman is set to recommend a move for a Premier League rival who has caught the eye despite playing for a struggling side this season.