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West Ham latest rumours: Dortmund defender targeted, David available and more

The Hammers are being linked with a host of new names while top clubs continue to circle for one of their star midfielders.

Published: 17 Mar 2026 19:46 GMT • 18d ago

The transfer rumour mill continues to turn for West Ham United, with the latest reports linking the club to Borussia Dortmund defender Waldemar Anton. Our analysis of the past seven days shows the club has been tied to nine possible arrivals and three potential exits. The hottest storyline right now surrounds Rangers centre-back Emmanuel Fernandez. Below are the latest updates on the most important transfer rumours concerning the Hammers.

Waldemar Anton

Waldemar Anton transfer card On Tuesday, Waldemar Anton was linked with a transfer away from the German club Borussia Dortmund at the end of the season, with multiple Premier League clubs reportedly monitoring his situation. A report from SportsBoom states that West Ham United, Tottenham, and Aston Villa are all interested in the 29-year-old German defender. The same report also claims that Anton could cost around €40 million in the summer.

Myles Lewis-Skelly

West Ham United, Everton, and Crystal Palace are reportedly interested in a loan move for Myles Lewis-Skelly from Arsenal, according to a Tuesday update. Arsenal is considering a temporary move for the player for the 2026/27 season, and according to information provided to CaughtOffside, the club is open to a loan but will require guarantees of consistent playing time before sanctioning any deal.

Jonathan David

According to a Tuesday report from Tuttosport, Juventus are willing to consider offers for striker Jonathan David this summer. The report adds that Nottingham Forest, Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United have been made aware of his availability.

Emmanuel Fernandez

The most recent update on Tuesday, from sources who have told Football Insider, is that West Ham United will not be able to sign Emmanuel Fernandez this summer if they are relegated. Rangers manager Danny Rohl reportedly plans to keep the centre-back for the long term. On Monday, a report by Alan Nixon on his Patreon stated that West Ham have made in-person checks on Fernandez, adding that Rangers are prepared to sell him for a suitable price. Also on Monday, Give Me Sport reported that he has become a priority target for the London club for the summer transfer window.

Mateus Fernandes

On Sunday, reports from Spain claimed that Manchester City are very interested in signing West Ham United midfielder Mateus Fernandes and view him as a long-term replacement for Bernardo Silva. The report also stated that Manchester City are set to compete fiercely with Manchester United to sign him and that the player could cost around £57 million.

Crysencio Summerville

Tottenham are planning a move to sign Crysencio Summerville from West Ham United if the club is relegated at the end of the season, according to a report from Sports Boom on Friday.

Darío Osorio

West Ham United have a tangible interest in FC Midtjylland's winger Darío Osorio and are considered a more realistic destination, according to a Friday update. While clubs like Arsenal, Liverpool, and Bayern Munich have scouted Osorio, Fulham and AFC Bournemouth are among the Premier League clubs with more concrete interest. The player is valued at around €14m.

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