Despite rumours, it has been revealed that West Ham are not currently moving to bring Tammy Abraham back to the Premier League. However, the English striker could still leave Roma this summer.
West Ham Not in Talks for Tammy Abraham
Tammy Abraham Top of AC Milan’s List
Fabrizio Romano has reported that, despite reports, there have been “no talks” between the Hammers and Roma. They are “currently not working” on this deal.
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Alternatively, Milan do remain in talks and the “quality” player is at the top of their transfer shortlist. However, they are looking for some sort of swap deal, to include one of their own players plus cash.
Why Do West Ham Need a Striker?
The rumoured interest of West Ham in Abraham is peculiar in itself, as they signed the consistent Niclas Fullkrug from Borussia Dortmund just three weeks ago. The German scored 15 last season and even netted two at his home Euros. However, Michail Antonio has started in Julen Lopetegui’s first two matches as manager.
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The Jamaican was rumoured to have been leaving the London Stadium this summer, but now it appears he is staying. However, at 34-years-old, and with just seven goals last season, he may not be the right man to lead his side to European football – a feat that many have predicted.
Starman Jarrod Bowen is also capable of playing up-front but is arguably more useful on the right-wing. He could stay there, whilst Fullkrug plays back-up, should the board invest in another striker – whether it be Abraham or another. However, the most likely scenario probably entails no new striker: it would be strange for a £27 million signing to sit on the bench.
