The truth behind Taty Castellanos' supposed efforts to force his way out of West Ham

Taty Castellanos may not be trying to force his way out of West Ham after all.

West Ham Zone previously shared reports that Castellanos did not want to play in the Championship with the Hammers.

It has been claimed that he wants to return to La Liga, where he enjoyed a spell with Girona in the 2022-23 season.

Sevilla and Real Betis have been credited with interest in the former Lazio hitman.

The Irons would surely not want to see him leave, though, as he is an important asset for Nuno Espirito Santo.

Now, the situation has been cleared up after a new update emerged on a rumoured transfer request.

What is the latest on Taty Castellanos' potential West Ham exit?

The truth about the supposed wantaway striker's future has now been revealed, amid all the speculation.

According to the West Ham Way on Thursday, claims that the Argentine forward has submitted a transfer request are wide of the mark.

They state that the Hammers are working under the understanding that he will still be part of the squad for the new season.

The report shares that it could be his agent trying to drum up interest in the 27-year-old.

That will be greeted with joy from supporters as he is a vital player in their hopes of securing promotion back to the top-flight.

How West Ham can send statement to the rest of the Championship with Castellanos

The London Stadium side need to keep hold of Castellanos at all costs, it is as simple as that.

He notched six goals in 18 Premier League appearances after linking up with Nuno's side in the winter transfer window.

They have already convinced Jarrod Bowen to stay, by giving him a revised deal with a release clause should they fail to achieve promotion.

Perhaps the same kind of deal would work for the two-cap international, and end any doubt about his future with the E20 side.

It would send a major statement to the rest of the second tier, if the Hammers could keep two of their most important players heading into the campaign.

Having security over his future would also put the Stratford-based club in a much less uncertain position as they prepare to kick off their season.