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/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Ffootball-general.JPG "A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016")
Dimitri Payet: 'Slaven Bilic managed me like a father'
Dimitri Payet describes Slaven Bilic as a "father" figure to him while at West Ham United, but insists that he had to leave the club.Sep 10, 17:07
Dimitri Payet: "I know how to be a dickhead"
Former West Ham United attacker Dimitri Payet admits that he acted like "a dickhead" in pushing through a transfer to Marseille.Sep 4, 18:10
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F18%2Fadrian-robert-snodgrass-west-ham-united.jpg "West Ham United's Adrian and Robert Snodgrass celebrate victory over Tottenham Hotspur on May 5, 2017")
Robert Snodgrass hits out at Slaven Bilic
West Ham United winger Robert Snodgrass questions Slaven Bilic's managerial ability following his loan move to Aston Villa.Aug 30, 11:18
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F12%2Fandre-ayew.jpg "Andre Ayew celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between West Ham United and Leicester City on March 18, 2017")
Andre Ayew backs new players to help West Ham United succeed this season
Andre Ayew says that West Ham United's new arrivals will improve the club's chances of success this season.Jul 31, 21:29
West Ham United 'confident' Manuel Lanzini will sign new deal
West Ham United are reportedly confident that Manuel Lanzini will put pen to paper on a lucrative new deal.Jul 6, 20:38
Gerard Houllier: 'Dele Alli can be England's Zinedine Zidane'
Former France boss Gerard Houllier believes that Dele Alli can have a similar impact at international level to the likes of Zinedine Zidane and Cristiano Ronaldo.Jun 13, 16:37
Ola Toivonen scores from halfway line to beat France and send Sweden top
Ola Toivonen scores from inside his own half with the last meaningful kick of the game to fire Sweden to a 2-1 win over France which takes them top of Group A.Jun 9, 20:46
Team News: Paul Pogba, Antoine Griezmann start for France in Sweden
Paul Pogba and Antoine Griezmann are among the big names to start for France in Sweden.Jun 9, 18:06
Olivier Giroud nets treble as France rout Paraguay
Arsenal forward Olivier Giroud nets a hat-trick as France record a 5-0 win over Paraguay in Friday night's international friendly.Jun 2, 20:55
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F16%2Femre-can.jpg "Emre Can in action during the Premier League game between West Bromwich Albion and Liverpool on April 16, 2017")
Emre Can wins Premier League Goal of the Season award
Liverpool's Emre Can wins the Premier League's Goal of the Season award for his bicycle kick against Watford at Vicarage Road.May 27, 12:52
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F43%2Fslaven-bilic.jpg "West Ham United manager Slaven Bilic on the touchline during his side's Premier League clash with Everton at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016")
West Ham United to hold talks with Slaven Bilic?
Manager Slaven Bilic will reportedly hold discussions with the West Ham United board on Monday as they look to make a decision regarding their future plans.May 20, 11:59
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Preview:West Ham United vs. Liverpool
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between West Ham United and Champions League-chasing Liverpool at the London Stadium.May 12, 14:52
Slaven Bilic: 'I think I am doing a good job at West Ham United'
West Ham United manager Slaven Bilic says that he is "doing a good job" with the Hammers after they beat Tottenham Hotspur on Friday night.May 6, 08:39
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West Ham United: 'Dimitri Payet loyalty payment was above board'
West Ham insist that a £1m loyalty payment made to former midfielder Dimitri Payet was all above board following raids by HMRC last week. May 1, 09:29
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Laurent Koscielny to quit Arsenal for France return this summer?
Laurent Koscielny is tempted to return to French football this summer with Marseille showing a strong interest, according to a report.Apr 7, 21:01
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F14%2Farsene-wenger-arsenal_2.jpg "Arsene Wenger reacts during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Manchester City on April 2, 2017")
Preview:Arsenal vs. West Ham United
Sports Mole previews Wednesday evening's Premier League fixture between Arsenal and West Ham United at the Emirates Stadium.Apr 3, 17:26
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F05%2Fjack-wilshere.jpg "Jack Wilshere in action during the Premier League game between Everton and Bournemouth on February 4, 2017")
Report: West Ham United interested in signing Jack Wilshere
Jack Wilshere is reportedly prepared to reject fresh terms at Arsenal and join a new club in the summer, with West Ham United said to be prepared to offer up to £30m.Apr 2, 09:22
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F07%2Frobbie-brady-joey-barton-burnley.jpg "Robbie Brady and Joey Barton in the Premier League match between Burnley and Chelsea on February 12, 2017")
Joey Barton not buying N'Golo Kante hype
Burnley midfielder Joey Barton says that Chelsea's N'Golo Kante is simply 'in fashion' and doubts the Frenchman's ability to produce over a long-term basis.Mar 20, 16:39
Manuel Lanzini not feeling pressure of filling Dimitri Payet void
Manuel Lanzini admits that he is not feeling any pressure in attempting to fill the void left by Dimitri Payet at West Ham United.Mar 17, 09:20
Dimitri Payet blasts 'negative' West Ham United
Marseille attacker Dimitri Payet says that he forced a move away from West Ham United in January because he was "bored" of the team's negative football.Mar 10, 13:14
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F47%2Fmichail-antonio.jpg "Michail Antonio in action for West Ham United on September 25, 2016")
Michail Antonio set for West Ham United contract extension?
West Ham United are reportedly preparing a contract extension for top scorer Michail Antonio which would double his wages at the club.Mar 2, 17:40
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F41%2Fslaven-bilic.jpg "West Ham United manager Slaven Bilic punches the air after Michail Antonio of West Ham United opens the scoring during the Premier League match between West Ham United and Bournemouth at the London Stadium on August 21, 2016")
West Ham United 'to offer manager Slaven Bilic a new contract'
West Ham United will reportedly offer Slaven Bilic a new contract following a positive run in the Premier League.Mar 2, 09:14
Gary Neville: 'Arsene Wenger deserves more respect from fans'
Gary Neville believes that Arsene Wenger deserves more respect from some Arsenal fans due to his "unbelievable" success at the club over the past two decades.Feb 17, 19:26
Slaven Bilic: 'Luka Modric my dream West Ham United signing'
West Ham United manager Slaven Bilic would love to one day sign Luka Modric from Real Madrid, despite his close links with rivals Tottenham Hotspur.Feb 16, 18:18
David Gold: 'My only regret about selling Dimitri Payet was the price'
West Ham United co-owner David Gold says his only regret about offloading Dimitri Payet to Marseille was that he feels the price was too low.Feb 15, 20:19
Mark Noble: 'West Ham United happier without Dimitri Payet'
West Ham United captain Mark Noble says that the club is "a happy place" in the wake of Dimitri Payet's exit to Marseille.Feb 9, 12:19
West Ham United owner David Gold: 'Dimitri Payet worth £50m'
West Ham United co-owner David Gold says that the club could have raked in a higher fee for Dimitri Payet.Feb 2, 22:57
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F35%2Fpep-guardiola.jpg "Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola gives instructions on August 24, 2016")
Live Commentary: West Ham United 0-4 Manchester City - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage of Manchester City's 4-0 victory over West Ham United in the Premier League.Feb 1, 18:45
Trevor Sinclair: 'Dimitri Payet is a spoiled brat'
Former West Ham United winger Trevor Sinclair calls Dimitri Payet "a spoiled brat" after the playmaker orchestrated a return to Marseille.Jan 31, 11:59
Dimitri Payet: "I do not have to justify my behaviour"
Dimitri Payet remains defiant over his behaviour in the run-up to his exit from West Ham United.Jan 31, 08:03
David Sullivan: 'Dimitri Payet was not wanted by West Ham United players'
West Ham United's players wanted Dimitri Payet out of the club prior to his move back to Marseille, the club's joint-chairman David Sullivan reveals.Jan 30, 22:42
Dimitri Payet "relieved" to finalise return to Marseille from West Ham United
Dimitri Payet admits that he is "relieved" to have completed his return to Marseille from West Ham United following his controversial exit.Jan 30, 12:58
West Ham United confirm departure of Dimitri Payet to Marseille for £25m.
West Ham United confirm Dimitri Payet has returned to Marseille in a £25m deal.Jan 30, 09:05
Dimitri Payet passes Marseille medical
Wantaway West Ham United playmaker Dimitri Payet passes his medical ahead of his January move to Marseille.Jan 29, 19:55
West Ham United 'want Dimitri Payet to repay loyalty bonus'
West Ham United reportedly demand the return of a £1m loyalty bonus from the outgoing Dimitri Payet.Jan 29, 13:51
Report: Dimitri Payet heading to Marseille for medical
Wantaway West Ham United attacker Dimitri Payet is on his way to Marseille for a medical after a bid of £25m for the Frenchman was accepted, according to reports.Jan 29, 11:29
Michail Antonio remains "positive" after Dimitri Payet saga
Michail Antonio says that he and his West Ham United teammates remain "positive", despite the transfer saga involving Dimitri Payet.Jan 28, 12:46
Slaven Bilic happy to allow Dimitri Payet departure?
West Ham United manager Slaven Bilic is reportedly happy to allow Dimitri Payet to leave the club for Marseille.Jan 28, 11:01
Marseille 'will not up £25m Dimitri Payet bid'
Marseille reportedly tell West Ham United that £25m is their final offer for France international Dimitri Payet.Jan 25, 13:52
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Dimitri Payet 'receives 24-hour protection'
West Ham United midfielder Dimitri Payet reportedly gains 24-hour protection after his home is egged by unhappy Hammers fans.Jan 25, 11:55
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