GOOD NEWS: Lopetegui makes BOLD request to club on Michael Antonio successor as interest aim towards world class African poacher to be Fullkrug alternative.
Despite a recent 2-1 victory over Manchester United, which could signal the end for Erik ten Hag, West Ham have had a moderate start to the Premier League season, currently in 13th place.
This follows an active summer transfer window, with the club bringing in players like Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Jean-Clair Todibo for defense, and strikers Niclas Fullkrug and Crysencio Summerville. Many analysts praised West Ham’s summer business, calling them one of the top transfer window performers with significant squad upgrades.
However, manager Julen Lopetegui is keen to strengthen the attacking line further and has a shortlist of targets. At the top is Atalanta and Nigeria striker Ademola Lookman, formerly of Everton and recently nominated for the 2024 Ballon d’Or. While Lookman’s win is unlikely with competition from stars like Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr., and Erling Haaland, he remains an exciting prospect.
Other players on the Hammers’ shortlist include Aston Villa forward Jhon Duran and Lille’s Jonathan David, who will be a free agent when his contract ends next year.
Liverpool’s Federico Chiesa could make a return to Serie A
Federico Chiesa’s Premier League move to Liverpool from Juventus hasn’t panned out as expected, with injuries and adjustment challenges at Anfield.
Now, reports from *Caught Offside* suggest that Chiesa may have a path back to Italy, as Serie A clubs Napoli and AC Milan are interested in offering him loan deals in January. The 27-year-old winger is reportedly open to leaving, as he has struggled to make an impact and does not appear to be in Arne Slot’s plans.