West Ham can’t fall for cynical Chelsea trick as Axel Disasi transfer back on
Chelsea defender Axel Disasi could soon be on the move amid interest from West Ham United in the winter transfer window.
The French centre-back has been brought back from the cold at Stamford Bridge by Liam Rosenior after Enzo Maresca effectively banished him from the first-team squad.
Disasi has been linked with a move to the London Stadium, with the Hammers enquiring about his availability at the start of January.
Nuno Espirito Santo has a tall order to avoid Premier League relegation, but it looks like the Irons are ready to back the Portuguese manager to improve the quality of the East London outfit’s squad.
Chelsea look to increase Axel Diasi price tag amid West Ham United interest
Chelsea have brought Disasi back into training at Cobham to possibly increase his value, according to Alex Crook.
The talkSPORT journalist believes the defender’s situation is one to watch at the London Stadium, with Crystal Palace also in the race for his signature.
It’s clear that the Frenchman is unwanted at Stamford Bridge, and the Hammers surely can’t fall for the Blues’ cynical trick and pay over the odds for the centre-back.
Speaking on talkSPORT on 23 January, Crook said, “Disasi is one to watch for West Ham because he’s back training now at Chelsea, primarily to increase his value. Crystal Palace have also been mentioned.”
Raheem Sterling is another player Nuno has his eyes on, but it remains to be seen whether the Irons can pull off any deals from Chelsea.
It’s clear that the East London club need quality in every department, and the development in E20 will surely be worth keeping a close eye on.
Adama Traore next signing at London Stadium after multi-million windfall
Fulham winger Adama Traore is a concrete target at the London Stadium, and with the AFCON contingent back at Craven Cottage, he may soon be on the move.
The Cottagers are looking for £5million to sell the former Barcelona attacker, and West Ham surely won’t have a problem affording it.
It’s been widely reported that Lucas Paqueta wants to return to Flamengo, with the Brazilian club making a multi-million-pound offer to the East London club.
If and when the Brazil international’s exit is finalised, the Hammers should push forward with a deal for Traore.
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