West Ham United has identified Sevilla's Rubén Vargas, a 27-year-old winger, as an attacking target and they are the first to make contact about his situation. Vargas is a Switzerland international with 65 caps and 13 goals for his country. He achieved three goals and six assists last season and has also received interest from Tottenham Hotspur, Aston Villa, and Trabzonspor. It is reported that Sevilla is willing to consider offers around €15-20m, as a sale would help their financial situation and allow them to reshape their squad. The price could potentially rise if his impressive World Cup form continues. West Ham must offer over €15m to persuade the Spanish club. Convincing the player is a hurdle, as he is prioritising both the financial and sporting aspects of a potential move. His desire to join a Champions League side could be a key factor in his final decision, as West Ham cannot offer that for a minimum of the next two seasons. Vargas's contract expires in 2029. The player joined Sevilla from FC Augsburg in January 2025 for a fee that was reported to be €2.5 million. His current market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €12.00m.