According to Dharmesh Sheth West Ham United are interested in signing Sevilla striker Youssef En-Nesyri to strengthen their attack. The Hammers beat Chelsea in their second Premier League game and are looking to keep the momentum going by adding more quality to the squad. The Spanish club are in a difficult situation financially and are willing to cash in on their prolific striker.
West Ham Eyeing En-Nesyri to Bolster Their Attack
West Ham United interested in Sevilla forward Youssef En-Nesyri. Morocco international into final 2 years of contract. And West Ham had bid rejected by Rennes for winger Jeremy Doku earlier this month. Unlikely to go back in – Man City pushing. #WHUFC #Sevilla
— Dharmesh Sheth (@skysports_sheth) August 21, 2023
Moroccan Is Nearing the End of His Contract
The Sky Sports reporter has stated that The Irons have the Morocco international, En-Nesyri on their radar. The 26-year-old is in the final two years of his contract, which might help the English club bring him to the London Stadium before the transfer window shuts.
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According to Sheth, the Conference League holders had a bid rejected by Stade Rennais for their youngster, Jeremy Doku. It is reported that the Belgian will join Manchester City in a £55 million deal.
Morocco’s World Cup star will bring guaranteed goals with him to the Premier League. He also has a tendency to pop up with important goals in key moments, a trait that was on display against Manchester United in last season’s Europa League quarter-finals. His physical and ruthless style of play has helped him score 87 goals so far in his senior career for club and country.
Sevilla’s Debt Issues Could Force Them to Sell
There is concerning news for Sevilla fans regarding their financial situation. Reports coming out of Spain suggest that the La Liga club are in debt of up to around £77 million. This has resulted in the Andalusian club dramatically transfer-listing their whole first-team squad.
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This is an unexpected and tough situation for the Europa League holders’ new Director of Football, Victor Orta, who must assemble a strong team capable of competing in all competitions against this backdrop. Sevilla will need to make major sales in order to rectify their dire financial situation. En Nesyri could be the first of these to leave.
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