West Ham not ruled out of Yves Bissouma move despite no contact made
West Ham are yet to make contact with Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Yves Bissouma, according to reports by Claret & Hugh.
The Hammers are eyeing a move for the Malian to partner Declan Rice in the midfield with the England international a big admirer of him.
Speculation of a move to the London Stadium skyrocketed as the 25-year-old handed in a transfer request [The Times] in conjunction with him putting the Hammers emoji in his Instagram bio.
However, those claims have been rubbished by Claret & Hugh’s insider who said: “The Hammer has always been there and is intended to demonstrate that the player considers himself as hard as a hammer.
“There has been no contact from West Ham which isn’t to say there won’t be but as things stand, we have heard nothing.”
Fight.
It is hugely promising to hear that despite West Ham not making any contact yet, a move isn’t off the cards.
Bissouma is a brilliant player who has proven himself to be a real asset in Graham Potter’s side – hence the heavy interest from a number of elite clubs.
The Hammers will face a very tough task of getting this deal over the line should they try to with Aston Villa, Newcastle, Manchester United, and Arsenal all interested in his services.
The former Lille ace is a very strong and dynamic box to box midfielder who would fit the Irons’ style of play like a glove.
With David Moyes and co set for some massive decisions regarding the midfield in terms of signings but more importantly departures in the next few windows, it would be great to add some quality to the squad in that area.
The London Stadium outfit is looking to build on their success this season and Bissouma is certainly a player who can help them in doing so.
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