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West Ham seal Rat signing
West Ham United have announced the signing of Romania captain Razvan Rat on a free transfer on a one-year deal.
West Ham agree fee for Liverpool man
West Ham’s chances of signing Liverpool striker Andy Carroll on a permanent deal appear to now rest solely with the player after the two clubs reached agreement on a transfer fee.
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With the season drawing to a close, the London24 sports team have compiled their best XI from across the divisions for the team of the year.
Chelsea, West Ham, Spurs and Arsenal achieve Premier League highs as QPR and Fulham claim unwanted records
The Premier League 2012/13 in statistics (with London clubs in bold).
Chelsea bring in less Premier League money than Arsenal and Spurs, despite finishing higher
Chelsea brought in less money from the Premier League than Arsenal or Tottenham, despite finishing above the pair.
Liverpool striker reflects on West Ham loan spell
Andy Carroll maintains he has enjoyed every minute of his season-long loan at West Ham but the long-term future of the England forward remains unclear.
West Ham boss keen to welcome Mourinho back to Chelsea
Sam Allardyce says he would be happy to see Jose Mourinho return to the Premier League as Chelsea manager.
Allardyce reveals West Ham on verge of first summer signing
West Ham manager Sam Allardyce has confirmed that the club are close to signing Romania international defender Razvan Rat.
Quotes of the season: Ball-boys, biting, court cases, contract sagas, controversy, cup glory, milestones, rants, relegation, retirement, transfer talk, sackings, new stadiums and more...
As the curtain comes down on yet another action-packed Premier League campaign, it is time to look back over some of the season’s most memorable utterances from or about our London clubs and players.
Premier League flops: QPR duo joined by West Ham, Man City and Reading men
The curtain came down on yet another entertaining Premier League season yesterday. New signings like Robin van Persie and Michu proved crucial in delivering their respective teams success, but a number of big transfer signings backfired.
Allardyce makes Liverpool man top priority and reveals negotiations have already begun
Manager Sam Allardyce says signing Andy Carroll on a permanent deal from Liverpool is West Ham’s “main priority” over the summer.
Nolan hat-trick guides West Ham to victory over Reading
The Hammers secured 10th spot in the Premier League with a 4-2 win over Reading on the final day of the season.
Confirmed team news: Liverpool man makes final start of West Ham loan against Reading
Line-ups: West Ham v Reading
Allardyce admits he wants Liverpool striker at West Ham next term
Transfer news: West Ham manager Sam Allardyce has confirmed he is keen to retain the services of on-loan Liverpool striker Andy Carroll and hopes a deal can be finalised as soon as possible.
Ironside: A West Ham fan’s review of the season and what needs to be done in the summer
With the season ending this weekend there is little left for me to do other than take a look at the year we have had.
Allardyce: Mid-table position like West Ham finishing in the Champions League places
Sam Allardyce believes West Ham have overachieved in their first season back in the Premier League but has warned fans against expecting much more than another mid-table finish next term.
West Ham let Pogatetz leave and will decide on others after Reading game
Transfer news: West Ham manager Sam Allardyce has confirmed the club will not be extending on-loan defender Emanuel Pogatetz’s stay at the club.
West Ham defender: Players enjoy working under Allardyce
James Collins was delighted to see Sam Allardyce sign a new contract at West Ham and believes the 58-year-old is the right man to take the club to the next level.
‘Astronomical’ money needed to improve West Ham, says Allardyce
West Ham manager Sam Allardyce has warned it will take an “astronomical” amount of money for any mid-table Premier League club to kick on next season.
Agent hints at London move for Chelsea, Spurs and West Ham target
Transfer news: In-demand Vitesse Arnhem striker Wilfried Bony is set to hold talks with an unnamed London club over a possible summer transfer, according to his agent.
West Ham close to signing AC Milan legend
Transfer news: West Ham are rumoured to be in the running to sign AC Milan skipper Massimo Ambrosini, according to his agent, Moreno Roggi.
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