West Ham was informed that they would have a new Lyon king following a cunning call from …

West Ham United have been told they can have a new king of Lyon after a very clever Tim Steidten call for a top young star.

When you take over a team that conceded the most goals in its Premier League history, it’s obvious you’re going to have to make changes.

That is the situation Julen Lopetegui has walked into at West Ham, who shipped a whopping 74 Premier League goals last season.

The Spaniard is a more attack-minded manager than David Moyes.

That’s evident by the first capture the club has made for him in the shape of Brazilian teenager Luis Guilherme.

But Lopetegui used to be a goalkeeper and very much ensures his teams build from a solid defensive base.

West Ham’s new 57-year-old manager has already made his mind up about several defensive players.

He gave the green light to a new one-year deal for Aaron Cresswell – who he tried to sign while Wolves boss.