West Ham United transfer news as Kurt Zouma wanted by Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund
West Ham aim to tie down Kurt Zouma to a new contract at the London Stadium but there is interest in his services from the Middle East, according to ESPN.
The Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund (PIF), which owns four clubs in the Pro League, is believed to be keen on signing the Frenchman if he cannot agree on a new deal with the Hammers.
PIF spent heavily in the summer and is willing to do the same in January, with the centre-back understood to be among their targets.
Hope he stays
Zouma’s move to the London Stadium has been a positive one and he ticks all boxes for what Moyes wants in a centre-back.
He’s tall, good in the air, brings a physical presence with him and is comfortable with the ball at his feet.
He has faced a few injury troubles but there’s no reason for fans to worry about his fitness and he’s formed a good understanding with Nayef Aguerd as well.
The 28-year-old is also a goal threat and Moyes will have been pleased with his acquisition and will not want to let go of his services.
Saudi sides will offer him better wages and West Ham can make decent money from his sale but they will not want to lose him.
Zouma, too, has his best days ahead of him and may feel he’s better off playing in Europe and trying to take the club as far as possible.
In other West Ham news, the Hammers are now frustrated with a £10m player as a behind-the-scenes revelation has emerged from the London Stadium.