James Jones
As is the case every single summer, the internet is currently awash with supposed leaks and concept designs of West Ham‘s new shirt.
Normally, the leaks can be taken with a pinch of salt, while the concept designs created by fans almost always end up being so much nicer than the real thing. Honestly, there’s something to be said for giving creative fans a seat at the design table of most elite football shirt manufacturers these days.
Anyway, one particular leak is doing the rounds at the moment and it does appear to be the real deal. It’s a nod to West Ham’s 1965 European Cup Winners’ shirt, which is quite fitting just a little over 12 months since we added another European trophy to our cabinet.
One thing is for sure, though, there won’t be many calls for a remake of our 2023 Conference League winner’s shirt in decades to come, with the orange flame designs and all that.
The 1965 shirt is a classic, though, and the below leak is equally as nice. It’s a full claret number, with blue sleeves and striped collar and sleeve trim. Apparently, we’ll be seeing the return of white shorts, too. Happy days!
Word has it, we’ll be seeing this shirt officially revealed on Wednesday July 3rd, on the same day the players return for pre-season training. No doubt we’ll also see a series of incredibly over priced training gear that fans will be encouraged to buy.
Here’s the West Ham 24/25 home shirt by Umrbo in all its glory…
