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Benjamin Nelson Transfer from Leicester City to West Ham United
Ben Nelson of Leicester City has a serious ACL injury. The defender, who is admired by the recruitment team, sustained the injury during a friendly against Genoa and went off midway through the game. Nelson is expected to be out for a long period, which prevents any move this window and removes him from West Ham’s defensive shortlist.
Ben Nelson of Leicester City has a serious ACL injury. The defender, who is admired by the recruitment team, sustained the injury during a friendly against Genoa and went off midway through the game. Nelson is expected to be out for a long period, which prevents any move this window and removes him from West Ham’s defensive shortlist.
Ben Nelson has been linked with West Ham as an alternative option if a move for Dylan Lawlor does not happen. According to ExWHUemployee, the club has specific alternative options which include Ben Nelson.
Ben Nelson has been linked with West Ham as an alternative option if a move for Dylan Lawlor does not happen. According to ExWHUemployee, the club has specific alternative options which include Ben Nelson.
West Ham United are planning a move to sign Leicester City centre-back Ben Nelson. Former West Ham scout Mick Brown told Football Insider that the club has been impressed by Nelson and now believe they can complete a deal for a cut-price fee. Following Leicester's relegation to League One, they are expecting offers for key players, and Nelson's likely availability and Championship experience has drawn the attention of West Ham. Brown told Football Insider that West Ham had scouts watching Ben Nelson and several of Leicester's other top players. There is an expectation that Leicester players will be available for cut-price fees after relegation. West Ham could use this situation to sign Nelson, who fits their requirements as they aim to strengthen their squad for a season in the Championship. Nelson has been identified as one of several centre-back targets, and West Ham are now prepared to attempt to sign the 22-year-old.
West Ham United are planning a move to sign Leicester City centre-back Ben Nelson. Former West Ham scout Mick Brown told Football Insider that the club has been impressed by Nelson and now believe they can complete a deal for a cut-price fee. Following Leicester's relegation to League One, they are expecting offers for key players, and Nelson's likely availability and Championship experience has drawn the attention of West Ham. Brown told Football Insider that West Ham had scouts watching Ben Nelson and several of Leicester's other top players. There is an expectation that Leicester players will be available for cut-price fees after relegation. West Ham could use this situation to sign Nelson, who fits their requirements as they aim to strengthen their squad for a season in the Championship. Nelson has been identified as one of several centre-back targets, and West Ham are now prepared to attempt to sign the 22-year-old.
According to Football FanCast, Manchester United are reportedly leading West Ham United in their efforts to sign Leicester City centre-back Ben Nelson. The player is in the final year of his contract, and Leicester are willing to sell him for £10 million. This valuation has reportedly alerted clubs other than the two from the Premier League.
According to Football FanCast, Manchester United are reportedly leading West Ham United in their efforts to sign Leicester City centre-back Ben Nelson. The player is in the final year of his contract, and Leicester are willing to sell him for £10 million. This valuation has reportedly alerted clubs other than the two from the Premier League.
According to The Daily Mail, two bids for Ben Nelson have been rejected, and the Leicester player has attracted interest from West Ham United and Manchester United.
According to The Daily Mail, two bids for Ben Nelson have been rejected, and the Leicester player has attracted interest from West Ham United and Manchester United.
West Ham United have expressed strong interest in signing Ben Nelson this summer, identifying him as an ideal target to strengthen their central defence. Leicester City want a £10 million (€11.7m) fee for the player's departure. Leicester are under some pressure to sell following their relegation to League One, but will only agree to a deal that meets their conditions. It has been reported that West Ham's interest has changed the circumstances of the potential transfer, and it is not expected that the club will be deterred by the £10 million valuation.
West Ham United have expressed strong interest in signing Ben Nelson this summer, identifying him as an ideal target to strengthen their central defence. Leicester City want a £10 million (€11.7m) fee for the player's departure. Leicester are under some pressure to sell following their relegation to League One, but will only agree to a deal that meets their conditions. It has been reported that West Ham's interest has changed the circumstances of the potential transfer, and it is not expected that the club will be deterred by the £10 million valuation.
Ben Nelson has informed Leicester City that he wishes to leave amid interest from West Ham. Leicester City have set a £10million asking price for the player, which continues to deter potential buyers. Ben Nelson only has 12 months left on his contract.
Ben Nelson has informed Leicester City that he wishes to leave amid interest from West Ham. Leicester City have set a £10million asking price for the player, which continues to deter potential buyers. Ben Nelson only has 12 months left on his contract.
Leicester City's 22-year-old English centre-back, Ben Nelson, is reportedly being considered by West Ham United, which is looking to strengthen its defence. According to The West Ham Way, Nelson is one of several targets from English clubs being considered, and Southampton's Taylor Harwood-Bellis is also mentioned as a potential option. The defender joined Leicester in July 2023 and is under contract until 2027. He has also been linked with Torino. In June 2026, media reports suggested a potential transfer fee of approximately £5-6 million. In July 2026, it was reported that Leicester City rejected an official bid for the player from Torino. Transfermarkt estimates Nelson's current market value to be €1.50m.
Leicester City's 22-year-old English centre-back, Ben Nelson, is reportedly being considered by West Ham United, which is looking to strengthen its defence. According to The West Ham Way, Nelson is one of several targets from English clubs being considered, and Southampton's Taylor Harwood-Bellis is also mentioned as a potential option. The defender joined Leicester in July 2023 and is under contract until 2027. He has also been linked with Torino. In June 2026, media reports suggested a potential transfer fee of approximately £5-6 million. In July 2026, it was reported that Leicester City rejected an official bid for the player from Torino. Transfermarkt estimates Nelson's current market value to be €1.50m.
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