West ham news

Here are the latest news and updates from West Ham United:

Latest News

• West Ham United have signed midfielder Nikola Vlašić from CSKA Moscow on a permanent deal for a reported fee of £25 million. [Source: BBC Sport]
• The Hammers have also signed defender Craig Dawson from Watford on a permanent deal for a reported fee of £5 million. [Source: Sky Sports]
• West Ham's pre-season friendly against Manchester City has been cancelled due to a COVID-19 outbreak within the City squad. [Source: Manchester Evening News]
• The club has announced that their friendly against Charlton Athletic has been postponed due to Charlton's involvement in the League One playoffs. [Source: West Ham United FC]

Transfer News

• West Ham are reportedly interested in signing Lazio midfielder Luis Alberto, who is available on a free transfer this summer. [Source: Football Italia]
• The Hammers have been linked with a move for Roma winger Henrikh Mkhitaryan, who is available on a free transfer. [Source: Corriere dello Sport]
• West Ham are also said to be interested in signing Bournemouth defender Nathan Aké, who is valued at £40 million. [Source: The Telegraph]

Injury News

• West Ham midfielder Jack Wilshere has been ruled out for the start of the season after suffering a calf injury. [Source: West Ham United FC]
• Defender Angelo Ogbonna is also set to miss the start of the season after undergoing surgery on a knee injury. [Source: Sky Sports]

Other News

• West Ham have announced that they will be hosting a special event to celebrate the club's 125th anniversary, which will take place on August 10. [Source: West Ham United FC]
• The club has also launched a new kit for the 2020-21 season, which features a new design and sponsors. [Source: West Ham United FC]