Galatasaray want to sign Michail Antonio as West Ham United transfer news drops
Turkish giants Galatasaray are interested in West Ham striker Michail Antonio this summer, according to the Daily Mail.
The newspaper has reported in its print edition (1 July, pg 105) states that the Jamicain striker has attracted interest from the Turkish champions ahead of a potential exit.
The 30-year-old forward has just one year left on his deal at the London Stadium, with constant speculation regarding his future at the London Stadium.
Antonio made 48 appearances for the club last season and scored 14 goals and registered five assists. He scored six goals in the UEFA Conference League to help West Ham on their road to lifting the trophy, ending a 43-year wait for a major title.
Time to go
Every West Ham player from last season has etched their name in the club’s history.
European titles don’t exactly come by every year for the Hammers and Antonio’s major contribution towards lifting that trophy has made him a club hero. Nothing will ever change that.
However, with just one year left on his deal and the forward not getting any younger, David Sullivan should be looking to cash in.
Beyond the last campaign, Antonio has always been a fan favourite. His goal against Tottenham at their brand-new stadium helped West Ham become the first club to beat them there, a particularly enjoyable memory.
There have been many other goals along the way but now feels like a good time for the striker to move on. With money presumably coming in from Declan Rice’s sale, the club can reinvest in a younger striker.
For a side that often gets it wrong with strikers, Antonio has certainly been a rare success story.
In other West Ham news, the club have tabled a bid for a potential Rice replacement.