Interest has grown this season in Ismael Saibari, a 24-year-old Moroccan international midfielder who plays for PSV. West Ham United is reportedly leading numerous clubs from Europe's top leagues in showing interest and is preparing for a January move. Other clubs interested in the midfielder include AC Milan, Benfica, Olympique Marseille, Aston Villa, Fulham, Brighton & Hove Albion, and Leeds United. PSV has a strong negotiating position because Saibari signed a new contract in May 2024. It is likely that West Ham will need to pay more than his Estimated Transfer Value of €25.1m. It is reported that the player is unwilling to force a transfer before the 2026 World Cup. Saibari has scored 8 goals and provided 1 assist in 11 Eredivisie appearances this season and has 17 caps and 5 goals for Morocco.