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Former Hammer Set For Sensational Return to Bolster Defence

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Former West Ham United winger Nikola Vlašić is set to rejoin the Hammers in January as part of a strategic overhaul by Nuno Espírito Santo.

The 28-year-old Croatian was originally signed by David Moyes for £28m but was sold at a massive loss by the club. Unfortunately, things have not quite worked out as planned in Torino for a player who struggled to hold down a position at West Ham.

However, Nuno is understood to have found the key to unlocking his potential following some eagle-eyed data analysis by Max Hahn. Speaking exclusively to Claret & Hugh, an undercover source revealed that Vlašić has a buyback clause in his contract allowing him to be re-signed by West Ham for just £14.99 if the bid is lodged before midday on April 1st 2026.

Bargain deal or April madness?

The source reported: “Nuno really likes the player and Max Hahn has noticed how many aerial duels he has won in Italy. At just under £15, they think it’s a low-risk signing and he will provide cover as a central defender.”

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Kris Gonzo (commonly known to the West Ham community as Gonzo) is the co-founder of Hammers Chat (established 2014) and the lead video content creator and columnist for Claret and Hugh.

With over a decade of professional sports media experience, he is a frequent West Ham United analyst and contributor for Sky Sports News, BBC Football Focus, and BBC Radio 5 Live. He previously served as an official video and content creator for West Ham United FC during the club's tenure at Upton Park and featured in the official documentary commemorating the historic final game at the Boleyn Ground.

A lifelong Hammer since the legendary 10-0 victory over Bury, when he isn't providing daily match analysis on the Hammers Chat YouTube Channel or broadcasting on X (@GONZObignose), he can be found walking his dog and restoring classic pinball machines.

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