Liverpool star to follow Diouf to London Stadium – West Ham’s dream July transfers
West Ham’s last Premier League season was underwhelming to say the least.
Big money signings like Niclas Fullkrug and Crysencio Summerville failed to make an impact during their debut season, like most had expected.
If Graham Potter wants to have a long and prosperous future in E20, getting his recruitment right this summer will be crucial.
With plenty of the transfer window still to go, West Ham Zone outlines the Hammers’ dream July transfers.
Diouf to fill the void at left-back for Potter
West Ham are closing in on a a deal to sign El Hadji Malick Diouf from Slavia Prague.
Diouf is known to be an attacking threat from full-back, with his playstyle drawing comparisons to AC Milan defender Theo Hernandez, who is regarded as one of the finest left-backs in world football.
Securing the Senegalese international would be a statement signing from West Ham, who are in the market for a full-back after Aaron Cresswell departed the club following the expiration of his contract.
Diouf, 20, would be the perfect long-term solution at left-back for Potter, who has been known to utilise attacking full-backs in the past.
Aaron Wan-Bissaka could be a perfect foil to the youngster, providing defensive solidity on the right, whilst Diouf is allowed to maraud forward and cause problems in the opposition’s third.
With Emerson Palmieri potentially following Cresswell out the door at West Ham, securing Diouf’s signature must be a top priority.
Harvey Elliott to provide the Hammers’ creative spark
With Mohammed Kudus having an uncertain future at the London Stadium, securing a big marquee signing in his place will be needed if West Ham want to reignite their ambitions to play in Europe.
Harvey Elliott is a player West Ham could lure from Liverpool, with the midfielder looking set to leave Anfield this summer.
Elliott, 22, is a player who possesses the quality to thrive in the Premier League, but under Arne Slot, the youngster’s minutes have been limited.
West Ham would be the perfect platform for Elliott to reignite his club career after he reminded everyone of his talents in England U21’s recent triumph in the European Championship.
| Harvey Elliot | Stats (Premier League 2023/24 season) |
| Starts | 11 |
| Goals | 3 |
| Assists | 6 |
Despite the Irons being linked to talented players like Rocco Reitz as midfield options, Elliott would be a dream signing for the West Ham faithful.
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