James Jones
James Jones is an experienced football journalist of over 10 years and a West Ham season ticket holder of over 30 years. He is the founder of WestHamWorld.co.uk and West Ham 365, as well as the co-founder and co-host of the We Are West Ham Podcast.
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in West Ham Transfer RumoursBid “accepted” as West Ham close in on £40m Lopetegui favourite
West Ham‘s improved £40m offer Wolves captain Max Kilman has been accepted, according to Sky Sports. The Hammers have had two previous bids for the centre-back rejected, the first thought to be in the region of £25m and the second believed to have included a player in exchange. But an improved offer that meets Wolves’ […] More
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in West Ham NewsLeaked: West Ham’s new 24/25 home shirt
As is the case every single summer, the internet is currently awash with supposed leaks and concept designs of West Ham‘s new shirt. Normally, the leaks can be taken with a pinch of salt, while the concept designs created by fans almost always end up being so much nicer than the real thing. Honestly, there’s […] More
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in West Ham News“Bad news” – Julen Lopetegui has his say on two West Ham players in first press conference
Julen Lopetegui was introduced to the media for the first time as West Ham manager on Monday afternoon and he had a lot to say. Answering questions on his reasons for choosing West Ham, his preferred style of play, transfer strategy and his current squad, the Spaniard repeated much of what we heard him say […] More
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in West Ham OpinionWho owns West Ham and what is their combined net worth?
West Ham is one of the richest and most valuable clubs in world football. In Forbes’ 2024 list of most valuable football clubs, West Ham were ranked 16th globally, with an estimated valuation of $1.1billion. That’s ahead of the likes of Inter Milan, Newcastle United and Aston Villa. But who owns West Ham and what […] More
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in West Ham NewsTalks underway as sporting legend eyes ‘serious’ West Ham investment
West Ham could be in line for a surprise investment from NBA-legend Shaquille O’Neal, according to The Sun. The 52-year-old ex-La Lakers star attended a game at the London Stadium towards the end of last season and as a result, has shown a serious interest in investing in the club. O’Neal has become something of […] More
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in West Ham Transfer RumoursBlow for West Ham as defender’s talks with PL club at ‘advanced stage’
Ben Johnson has reportedly rejected the offer of renewed terms by West Ham and is instead expected to sign for newly promoted Ipswich Town, according to the East Anglian Daily Times. It was reported earlier in June that the Hammers had offered the 24-year-old an improved five-year deal and, at one stage, it was believed […] More
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in West Ham Transfer RumoursWest Ham set to announce second Julen Lopetegui signing
West Ham are set to announced the signing of Wes Foderingham, as reported by The Athletic. After being released by Sheffield United following the Blades’ relegation to the Championship, it’s believed the 33-year-old has agreed a two-year contract at London Stadium. The recent departures of Nathan Trott to FC Copenhagen and release of Joseph Anang […] More
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in West Ham Transfer RumoursWest Ham aren’t giving up on Max Kilman, third proposal “expected soon”
Julen Lopetegui seems eager to work with Max Kilman again, with a third proposal to sign the defender from Wolves expected imminently. That’s according to notorious transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, who revealed on X that the Hammers are still “pushing” for the 27-year-old and that Lopetegui “wants” him. The Spanish boss worked with Kilman during […] More
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in West Ham Transfer RumoursWest Ham striker hunt takes concerning turn, £18m hitman considered
West Ham have reportedly enquired about the availability of Newcastle striker Callum Wilson, according to Chronicle Live. It is no secret that signing a striker is high of Tim Steidten and Julen Lopetegui’s priority list this summer, after David Moyes struggled to find a suitable alternative to Michail Antonio during his four years at the […] More
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in West Ham Transfer RumoursWest Ham make move for Max Kilman, Wolves name their price
West Ham have made contact with Wolves over the availability of defender Max Kilman, according to TEAMtalk. Julen Lopetegui and Tim Steidten want to strengthen the defence this summer, following Angelo Ogbonna’s exit and the fitness concerns of captain Kurt Zouma. Lopetegui is a fan of Kilman having managed him during his short spell as […] More
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in West Ham Transfer RumoursWest Ham mulling over signing of former Tottenham man
West Ham are weighing up a move for Ryan Sessegnon, who is a free agent after being released by Tottenham this summer, according to The Guardian. The 24-year-old has struggled regularly with hamstring problems ever since signing for Tottenham from Fulham in 2019. He has made just 38 league appearances for Spurs in the last […] More
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in West Ham Transfer RumoursFirst West Ham exit of Julen Lopetegui era has been agreed – report
Julen Lupetegui has reportedly sanctioned the first sale of his West Ham tenure, according to TEAMtalk. It’s reported that goalkeeper Nathan Trott has been the subject of a £2million offer from FC Copenhagen, which West Ham have accepted. The 25-year-old has spent the last two seasons on loan in Denmark with Vejle BK, where he […] More