West Ham fans have had many reasons to be cautious in recent seasons but a wealth of optimism has washed over supporters since the end of the season.
The appointment of Manuel Pellegrini at the London Stadium has proved to be a popular decision and it seems the Chilean boss is not resting on his laurels in the transfer market.
According to reports, the Hammers are pursuing deals for Lazio’s Felipe Anderson, Barcelona’s Marlon Santos and Fulham’s soon to be free agent Ryan Fredericks.
It’s stated that deals for Fredericks and Santos are close to being confirmed, while a deal for Brazil ace Anderson is the most difficult to complete – but West Ham are pushing hard in the market.
The trio would certainly provided a much needed boost to a West Ham side that disappointed last season, spending the majority of the campaign flirting with relegation, and fans have responded positively to the speculation – although not all are convinced it’s true.
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Kieta balde…. I fear a repeat but saying that I seem too have forgotten the fact that we now have pellegrini in charge, he has enormous pulling power imo!
— Robert Berry (@axl2slash) May 31, 2018
Anderson yes please
— Rob Bryan #GSBOUT (@RobBryan1987) May 31, 2018
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Make it happen @WestHamUtd @davidgold @god
— Luiz Junior (@lcjj87) May 31, 2018
@tombogert Anderson from Lazio, meaning Felipe Anderson?!?! 🤩🤤ðŸ¤
— Reno âš’ (@MrR3NO) May 31, 2018
Felipe Anderson would be a great signing
— ELON MUSK (@EMusk_elonn) May 31, 2018