West Ham United now ahead of Crystal Palace in transfer raid to SIGN quality Winger after Julen Lopetegui inform Club management how important Player will be next season.
West Ham United are reportedly leading the race to sign Arsenal’s Reiss Nelson, with Crystal Palace also interested. The Hammers have been busy in the transfer market, having already secured Luis Guilherme, Max Kilman, and Wes Foderingham.
Nelson, 24, is looking for a new challenge away from Arsenal, where he’s struggled for regular playing time. Last season, he made only one Premier League start and was left out of the squad for eight of the final ten league matches.
Arsenal are willing to sell Nelson for £25 million, as his contract runs until June 2027. West Ham manager Julen Lopetegui is keen on bringing the winger to the London Stadium.
Nelson, who earns £100,000 per week, could provide competition for Jarrad Bowen and Mohammed Kudus in West Ham’s attack. Known for his pace and dribbling skills, Nelson is seen as a “special talent” who could thrive with more consistent playing time.
While £25 million is not considered excessive for a player with Nelson’s potential, West Ham may try to negotiate a lower fee, possibly around £20 million including add-ons.
Despite signing Kilman from Wolves, West Ham are still in the market for a high-profile center-back.