West Ham United are being linked with a move for FC Nurnberg winger Mohamed Ali Zoma as the transfer deadline approaches. Our analysis of the past seven days shows the club has been tied to 27 possible arrivals and 7 potential exits. The hottest storyline right now concerns Edvin Austbø, who appears close to a move. The items below represent the latest news on the most important transfer rumours.
Edvin Austbø
Speaking to TV2 in Norway on Sunday, Edvin Austbø confirmed he is travelling to complete a move to West Ham United and was heading to London for medical tests. This followed a report from Stavanger Aftenblad that West Ham had returned with an improved offer of a NKK 140m [€12.9m] fixed fee. TV2 corroborates this report, adding that all parties have come to an agreement. Austbø explained that the move felt right and was what he wanted. There is confidence the 21-year-old will complete his move in less than 72 hours.
Mohamed Ali Zoma
West Ham United are interested in signing Mohamed Ali Zoma, a 22-year-old Italian winger from FC Nurnberg. Journalist Matteo Moretto reported on X on Sunday that FC Nurnberg has rejected a bid from West Ham for the player, which was reportedly around £17.1 million, including bonuses. Other clubs, including Club Brugge, Lens, Monza, and Parma, have also recently been linked with Zoma.
Ibrahima Baldé
West Ham United have reportedly become interested in signing Ibrahima Baldé, a 23-year-old striker from Rodez AF, providing English competition for Rangers. According to French transfer insider Abdel Hamed on Sunday, the London club is preparing to intervene in the potential transfer and is ready to meet Rodez's £2.5 million asking price.
Mikel Gogorza
According to The Athletic on Sunday, West Ham United want to sign both Edvin Austbø and Mikel Gogorza, and a second offer for Gogorza is expected. FC Midtjylland previously rejected an offer from the English Championship club for over 100 million Danish kroner, which The Athletic reported was for £12 million. The 19-year-old is currently injured and has not played this season.
Largie Ramazani
West Ham United are willing to pursue the transfer of Largie Ramazani. According to a report from Nacho Sanchis on Saturday, West Ham accept the conditions set by Leeds, who are seeking a permanent transfer or a loan with a mandatory purchase clause for the player.
Reiss Nelson
West Ham United have hopes of signing Reiss Nelson. According to The Athletic on Thursday, Nelson has agreed to terminate his contract with Arsenal and will subsequently be a free agent. Arsenal have since announced that Nelson has left the club.
Daniel Job
On Friday, it was reported that West Ham United have been linked with Daniel Job and face competition from other clubs, including Feyenoord. The pursuit to sign the player is intensifying as the end of the window approaches, and Job is said to be interested in the move.
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