Even More West Ham Transfer Rumours

Nineteen year old West Ham midfielder Chris Cohen seems to be angling for a transfer to League One club Yeovil. Cohen was Yeovil's player of the season whilst on loan with the club last year and the club appear keen to sign him. The player said,

"I have not really spoken to West Ham about my future yet, but I'm pretty sure I'll either be going on loan somewhere or leaving. West Ham are in Europe next season and I think they will use that extra money to bring in some more big-name players, making it harder for the likes of me to get into the side.

But I wouldn't rule out a return to Yeovil. They have been in contact and they're waiting. I had a brilliant time down there so it is definitely a possibility."


Supposed West Ham transfer target Kim Kallström has signed for French side Lyon.

West Ham After Arca

West Ham are believed to be one of a number of clubs keen to sign Julio Arca. Alan Pardew might try to head off interest from Tottenham Hotspur, Fulham and Portsmouth by making the first move for the left-sided Argentinian.

Whilst Sunderland's finances are secure and they do not need to sell players it is understood they would not stand in Arca's way if he decides to leave. The 24-year-old is keen to break into the Argentinian squad and is not keen on the physical nature of the Championship.

Scaloni Looking for New Club

It appears that Lionel Scaloni wished to stay at West Ham as he has criticised the management of Deportivo. The Argentine fullback signed for West Ham on-loan in January, but will be released by the club at the end of the deal.

Scaloni has one year left on his contract at Depor, but said:

"I do not want to stay at Deportivo. I am on a list of players that they want to get rid of. This club does not want strong characters inside the dressing room. If they want me to leave, I will seek another European club. I want another two or three years in Europe."

West Ham linked With Duscher & Bowyer Again

Deportivo La Coruna midfielder Aldo Duscher looks like he will be sold if a club can meet the £4million asking price. With Mannure seemingly having lost interest in the player and Deportiva keen to cash in on a player in the last year of his contract West Ham have emerged as favourite to sign the midfielder.

Bowyer is again being linked with West Ham with the Geordies seemingly keen to sell a problem player if someone can match their £2million asking place.

Luke Young Upset at Lack of Contract

West Ham target Luke Young has hinted he could leave the Addicks after revealing he was "disappointed" by their failure to offer him a new deal. Pardew has made no secret of his desire to sign the England defender and with Scaloni's departure a new right back is top of West Ham's wanted list.

Scaloni Released

West Ham have announced that Argentine defender Lionel Scaloni will not be offered a contract with the club. The Deportivo La Coruna club captain will be released at the end of his temporary loan contract, along with five other players.

Also axed are defenders Sekou Baradji, Darren Blewitt, Trent McClenahan, goalkeeper Matthew Reed and Czech striker Petr Mikolanda.

Norwich City have confirmed that they have made an enquiry about West Ham defender Clive Clarke.

Liverpool Football club have voted West Ham fans the Fans of the Season on their official website. West Ham received 60% of the overall poll to become far and away the most voted club. This is no doubt largely due to the way West Ham fans responded to the defeat in Cardiff.

Reo-Coker Removed from Standby List

Nigel Reo-Coker has been removed from the standby list for the England squad after a recurrance of a long standing back problem. He has been replaced on the list by Phil Neville.

West Ham are believed to be in the hunt for St Etienne defender Fousseni Diawarra, with the future of Scaloni still looking doubtful. Diawarra failed to impress when he played for Bolton in the Premiership but it is reported that the player has developed in his three years playing in France.

Fair Play Awards

West Ham have finished joint second with Arsenal in the official Barclaycard Premiership 2005-06 Fair Play table. The winners were Charlton.

West Ham received only two red cards this season and one of them was later rescinded. Marks however are also awarded for positive play, respect towards opponents, respect towards the referee and the behaviour of club officials.

West Ham also finished fourth in the table for Best Behaved supporters.

Bowyer and Southgate Rumours

Today West Ham are linked with Gareth Southgate and Lee Bowyer. Pardew played with Southgate at Crystal Palace and apparently sees the experienced 35-year-old as the ideal signing to guide his young side through their Uefa Cup campaign next year.

Lee Bowyer is apparently keen for a return to London and with Newcastle well served in midfield may be allowed to leave the club. The ex-Hammer has a history of causing trouble off the pitch and has never really fulfilled his potential as a player.