West Ham United are on the verge of securing two significant transfers that could have notable repercussions for Manchester United. According to reports, the Hammers are closing in on a deal for Manchester United right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka and are also targeting Monaco star Youssouf Fofana.
Wan-Bissaka to West Ham
The Red Devils are open to selling Aaron Wan-Bissaka as they near an agreement with Bayern Munich’s Noussair Mazraoui, who had also been linked with West Ham. Despite previously reaching a deal with Bayern for Mazraoui, West Ham manager Julen Lopetegui now seems set to settle for Wan-Bissaka after Mazraoui agreed on personal terms with Manchester United.
French outlet Foot Mercato reports that West Ham have ‘matched Man Utd’s demands’ for Wan-Bissaka’s transfer following an ‘undisclosed agreement’ between the clubs. The final step for Wan-Bissaka’s move to the London Stadium is agreeing on personal terms with the Hammers. The 26-year-old defender could become a valuable asset for Lopetegui, providing competition for Vladimir Coufal.
Fofana in West Ham’s Sights
In addition to Wan-Bissaka, West Ham have made a bid of €35m (£29.6m) for Monaco midfielder Youssouf Fofana, who has also been linked with Manchester United. The 25-year-old is one of Ligue 1’s standout midfielders and is open to a Premier League move. However, AC Milan is also interested in Fofana and has submitted a €17m (£14.4m) bid, which Monaco swiftly rejected.
West Ham’s offer aligns with Monaco’s valuation, but Fofana’s preference leans towards joining Milan. The Hammers now face the challenge of persuading both Wan-Bissaka and Fofana to join their ranks.
Striker and Winger Targets
West Ham is also keen to sign a new striker, with Aston Villa’s Jhon Duran being a prime target. The Colombian international has expressed a strong desire to join the Hammers, as evidenced by a recent Instagram live stream where he made a Hammers symbol with his arms. Despite having a £35m bid rejected by Villa, West Ham is determined to secure Duran, who has already agreed to a five-year deal with them.
Additionally, Lopetegui’s side is preparing an offer for Arsenal winger Reiss Nelson, a key target for Leicester City. The Hammers are actively strengthening their squad, aiming for a robust lineup ahead of the new season.
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