West Ham now keen on “unbelievable” 57-cap international, same agent as Kilman
West Ham United are keen on signing an “unbelievable” Premier League player, with his club now open to offers in the January transfer window.
West Ham in real danger of relegation after Fulham defeat
West Ham are at serious risk of being relegated from the top flight, having lost their third game on the spin against Fulham on Saturday afternoon, with the Cottagers prevailing 1-0 at the London Stadium, courtesy of a late goal from Raul Jimenez.
The Hammers are without a win since the 3-2 victory against Burnley at the start of November, which means they are now five points adrift of Nottingham Forest, who, fortunately, lost 2-1 against Manchester City last time out.
With the Irons in trouble, they may need to strengthen in the January transfer window, which gets underway very soon, and bringing in a new striker is likely to be of key significance, given that Niclas Fullkrug looks set to join AC Milan, following talks.
However, having conceded 36 Premier League goals this term, the second-highest number in the division, bringing in a new centre-back could also serve Nuno’s side well, and they have now joined the race for Manchester City’s Nathan Ake, who is represented by the same agency as Max Kilman.
That is according to a report from Caught Offside, which states the Hammers are one of a number of clubs keen on signing the Man City ace, alongside Barcelona, Crystal Palace, Fulham and AFC Bournemouth.
A deal could be possible too, with Pep Guardiola’s side open to offers next month, and they are looking to receive a fee of around €30m – €35m (£26m – £31m) for the defender, whose future is set to be decided in January.
The interested Premier League clubs are deemed likely to want to secure Ake on a permanent basis, and there are plenty of indications he could help the Irons in their battle for survival…
West Ham in talks with 'top-class' ex-Leeds United man after claim he wants to join
He’s apparently keen on the Hammers.
ByEmilio Galantini "Unbelievable" Ake could play key role in West Ham avoiding relegation
Lauded as “unbelievable” by Sports Illustrated’s Hunter Godson, the City defender is vastly experienced at the highest level, having made 31 Champions League appearances, while also picking up 57 caps for the Netherlands.
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The former AFC Bournemouth man has been impressing in the Premier League for quite some time, having also been a key player for the Cherries throughout his entire stint at the Vitality Stadium.
West Ham’s current defenders, on the other hand, have struggled, failing to keep a clean sheet in a competitive match since the 2-0 victory against Manchester United at Old Trafford, which was way back in May.
As such, West Ham could clearly do with strengthening their backline next month, and Ake’s vast experience in both England and Europe means he could be the ideal addition to the squad.