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With the transfer window wide open and deals being done ahead of the new Premier League season, join us as we summarise what's been happening in the world of West Ham United during the past 24 hours.

Get to grips with the very latest transfer rumours in our daily digest, while also catching up on all general news regarding the club.

During the transfer window we break your daily updates into two specific sections which you may find below. Don't forget you may also catch up with the very latest transfer rumours as they arise via the KUMB Forum in the 2021 Summer Transfer Thread.




General News

From kicking his toys around the house to scoring goals for West Ham
For most toddlers, a new toy is a gift they treasure but Armstrong Oko-Flex had to improvise before he got his hands on the plaything he really wanted.
https://theathletic.com/2751283/2021/08/04/armstrong-oko-flex-west-ham/

Joey O’Brien on another foray in Europe
The former Bolton Wanderers and West Ham United defender, who won five senior Ireland caps, will be 36 in February but has no plans to retire.
https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/soccer/arid-40352663.html

A tribute to Trevor Sinclair and the best overhead kick you’ve never seen
Sinclair’s goal against Barnsley back in the FA Cup Fourth Round in 1997 will always be regarded as one of football’s spectacular efforts.
https://www.planetfootball.com/nostalgia/an-tribute-to-trevor-sinclair-at-west-ham-and-the-best-overhead-kick-youve-never-seen/

Ex-West Ham star Dapo Afolayan makes honest admission on goals
The former West Ham winger says he is ready to answer Ian Evatt’s challenge to improve his scoring return after signing permanently with the club this summer.
https://www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport/19491796.bolton-wanderers-ex-west-ham-star-dapo-afolayan-makes-honest-admission-goals/

Europa League Group Stage Draw: Time, Teams and Streaming*
The 2021/22 UEFA Europa League group stage draw will take place from 13:00 CET on Friday 27 August in Istanbul, Turkey.
https://es.uefa.com/uefaeuropaleague/news/026c-12eb4884298c-7c7fa0ac4f01-1000--sorteo-de-la-fase-de-grupos-de-la-europa-league/

Trader trial proposed as fans seek to 'WestHam-ify' Stratford
A sub committee is to investigate the possibility of introducing more "local businesses and sellers" to the London Olympic Stadium.
https://kumb.com/story.php?id=135868

Can't print your own? Then leave home early
Supporters who have purchased tickets for this weekend's pre-season friendly against Atalanta have been told they should arrive at the club's ticket office no later than 90 MINUTES before kick off.
https://kumb.com/story.php?id=135867

High hopes
West Ham supporters remain hugely optimistic ahead of the 2021/22 Premier League campaign - despite the club having failed to sign any new outfield players since the end last season.
https://kumb.com/story.php?id=135871

In Pictures: Hammers working hard ahead of return to London Stadium
West Ham United’s first-team squad are continuing to put in the hard yards ahead of their return to London Stadium on Saturday afternoon.
https://www.whufc.com/news/articles/2021/august/04-august/pictures-hammers-working-hard-ahead-return-london-stadium

West Ham were brilliant with me, says Man Utd star
Jesse Lingard has been reflecting on his half-season loan spell at West Ham ahead of the new Premier League season.
https://kumb.com/story.php?id=135870




Manchester United star Jesse Lingard explains the secret to his West Ham loan success
United player Jesse Lingard has spoken about the success he enjoyed during his time on loan at West Ham United ahead of the new season.
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/lingard-manchester-united-west-ham-21224105

West Ham United U23s pre-season fixture update
West Ham United U23s are to take on Birmingham City U23s in a behind-closed-doors pre-season friendly at Rush Green Stadium on Friday afternoon.
https://www.whufc.com/news/articles/2021/august/04-august/west-ham-united-u23s-pre-season-fixture-update

West Ham United Women make staffing additions
West Ham United women would like to welcome three new members of staff to the team ahead of the upcoming 2021/22 season.
https://www.whufc.com/news/articles/2021/august/04-august/west-ham-united-women-make-staffing-additions

Academy of Football support National Playday 2021
The Academy of Football were proud to take part in National Playday 2021 on Wednesday 4 August.
https://www.whufc.com/news/articles/2021/august/04-august/academy-football-support-national-playday-2021

Watch: West Ham United welcome Declan Rice back as training ramps up for Betway Cup
West Ham United had a full assembly of players in first-team training this week as Declan Rice made his return to the pitches in Claret and Blue.
https://www.whufc.com/news/articles/2021/august/04-august/watch-west-ham-united-welcome-declan-rice-back-training-ramps

Get your West Ham United v Atalanta Betway Cup Official Programme now!
West Ham United's award-winning Official Programme returns for Saturday's Betway Cup visit of Atalanta.
https://www.whufc.com/news/articles/2021/august/04-august/get-your-west-ham-united-v-atalanta-betway-cup-official

West Ham United Women to host open day at Dagenham & Redbridge
West Ham United Women are delighted to invite supporters to our very first open day at our new home stadium – Dagenham & Redbridge FC, on Saturday 14th August!
https://www.whufc.com/news/articles/2021/august/04-august/west-ham-united-u23s-pre-season-fixture-update

Quiz: Name our squad for the first-ever game at London Stadium
On this day in 2016, West Ham United kicked off at London Stadium for the very first time in their history.
https://www.whufc.com/news/articles/2021/august/04-august/quiz-name-our-squad-first-ever-game-london-stadium

English football commits support for taking the knee
The FA, Premier League, English Football League, FA Women’s Super League, FA Women’s Championship, PFA, LMA, FSA, PGMOL and Kick it Out will collectively support all players, managers and individuals who wish to take the knee ahead of matches this season.
https://www.whufc.com/news/articles/2021/august/04-august/english-football-commits-support-taking-knee





Transfer Latest

West Ham defender chase successful*
West Ham United is determined to acquire Nikola Milenkovic from Fiorentina, who will leave this summer.
https://infobarcelona.cat/deportes/rumores-de-transferencia-la-persecucion-del-west-ham-por-el-defensor-de-la-fiorentina-es-exitosajuventus-en-juego/

West Ham Claimed To Have Ended Pursuit Of Genk Star
West Ham United are no longer pursuing the signature of Paul Onuachu as the London outfit are unwilling to meet the asking price set for him by KRC Genk.
https://insidefutbol.com/2021/08/04/west-ham-claimed-to-have-ended-pursuit-of-genk-star/521516/

Player dropped from squad, after claims West Ham and Newcastle want to sign him
Ross Barkley was dropped from Chelsea’s squad last night, amid rumours that both West Ham United and Newcastle United want him.
https://tbrfootball.com/unbelievable-player-dropped-from-squad-after-claims-west-ham-and-newcastle-want-to-sign-him/

Jules Kounde deal stalls as Chelsea star Kurt Zouma rejects transfer away
Chelsea’s hopes of landing Jules Kounde hit a snag after Kurt Zouma rejected a move to West Ham.
https://metro.co.uk/2021/08/04/jules-kounde-deal-stalls-as-chelsea-star-rejects-transfer-away-15036684/?ito=newsnow-feed




Man Utd transfer round-up: Jesse Lingard to stay as Declan Rice refuses to copy Harry Kane
Lingard had fallen out of favour under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and was tipped to depart this summer, with West Ham star Rice one of the players thought to be on the Red Devils' shopping list
https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/man-utd-transfer-news-rumours-24680734

West Ham in the driving seat for defender
West Ham United are reported to have contacted the representatives of Marseille defender Duje Caleta-Car after the club's move for Chelsea's Kurt Zouma ended in failure.
https://kumb.com/story.php?id=135872

Zouma rejects West Ham switch
Chelsea defender Kurt Zouma has rejected a move to West Ham United, it has been claimed.
https://kumb.com/story.php?id=135869

Liverpool fans have Mbappe, Grealish and West Ham star as their top three dream signings
Liverpool fans have reportedly identified Kylian Mbappe, Jack Grealish and West Ham United’s Declan Rice as their three dream signings for the summer window.
https://www.empireofthekop.com/2021/08/04/liverpool-fans-grealish-mbappe-rice-transfers/

Pundit Tips West Ham Target for £60m Inter Move
In May, Eurosport claimed West Ham, long-time admirers of the former Napoli benchwarmer, had enquired about Zapata’s availability.
https://www.hitc.com/en-gb/2021/08/04/resembles-lukaku-pundit-tips-west-ham-target-for-60m-inter-move/

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