Reports suggest that West Ham is preparing to part ways with defender Nayef Aguerd at the end of the season, as they look to make a significant investment in a new center-back during the upcoming summer transfer window. The Sun has indicated that the Hammers are open to offers for the Moroccan international, and there had been previous interest from top clubs such as Liverpool and Manchester City during the last transfer window. However, it’s believed that these clubs are not expected to make a bid for him at the end of the current campaign.
Aguerd experienced a promising start with West Ham, contributing to some stellar moments on the pitch in his debut season. Notably, his role was key in the Hammers’ triumph in the Europa Conference League. However, his sophomore season has been a stark contrast, marred by inconsistent performances and injury setbacks, raising doubts about his place in the starting lineup. Despite this, there is still a belief that West Ham could command a respectable transfer fee for him, potentially recouping some of the £30 million they paid Rennes for his services just 18 months ago.
The decision to offload Aguerd aligns with the club’s strategy to reinforce the central defensive area, as the current options have failed to deliver standout performances throughout the season. Therefore, it’s widely anticipated that West Ham will focus on revamping their defensive lineup in the summer to address these shortcomings and boost their competitive edge.
