West Ham United is on the verge of securing a double signing, targeting Borussia Dortmund striker Niclas Fullkrug and Leeds United forward Crysencio Summerville. The club is nearing an agreement with Dortmund for Fullkrug, who is entering the final two years of his contract.
Negotiations are currently focused on finalizing the fee structure, alongside the player’s personal terms. Following West Ham’s unsuccessful attempt to secure Aston Villa’s striker Jhon Duran, optimism is rising for a positive outcome regarding the Germany international.
Interest in the Colombian striker remains, but a significant valuation gap persists. A previous proposal that included cash plus midfielder Lewis Orford now seems off the table, with Orford reportedly discussing a new contract.
Indications suggest that Fullkrug is open to a move to the London Stadium, having previously attracted attention from West Ham last summer before joining Dortmund from Werder Bremen. At Dortmund, the 31-year-old scored 15 goals in 43 appearances, notably contributing three goals in the Champions League as the team reached the final. His strong performances earned him a place in Germany’s Euro 2024 squad, where he netted twice in five matches.
Advanced Talks for Crysencio Summerville
In addition to Fullkrug, West Ham is in advanced talks with Leeds United regarding the signing of Crysencio Summerville. Significant progress has been made, and the Hammers are confident of finalizing a deal for the player, who is emerging as a top target for the club in that position. With two years left on his contract, Summerville is believed to be keen on this potential move, and personal terms are not expected to pose any issues.
West Ham is also eyeing Villarreal forward Alexander Sorloth, who finished second in the LaLiga golden boot race last season, netting 23 league goals and three in the Europa League.
Negotiations with Manchester United for Aaron Wan-Bissaka
Furthermore, West Ham is nearing a deal with Manchester United for right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka. While many aspects of the agreement are in principle, negotiations regarding the final fee and structure are ongoing. There is a sense of cautious optimism that both clubs can reach a compromise.
Important Summer Transfer Window Dates
The 2024 summer transfer window is set to close on August 30 at 11 pm UK time for the Premier League and 11:30 pm for Scotland. This year, Deadline Day has been coordinated with other major European leagues to streamline the process.
