West Ham United might lose centre-back Nayef Aguerd this summer, as reported by Sky Sports’ Dharmesh Sheth.
Since joining from Rennes for £30 million in 2022, Aguerd has been a key player for the Hammers, making 58 appearances across all competitions. In the 2023/24 season, he led West Ham in completed passes per 90 minutes (45.36) and ranked in the top three for aerial duels won (2.32) and headed clearances (1.89).
Despite his strong performances, Aguerd couldn’t prevent West Ham’s slip in form, which saw them finish ninth in the Premier League, missing out on European competition. The team conceded 74 goals in 38 games, the fourth-worst in the league, despite David Moyes’ reputation for defensive organization.
The 2023/24 season was a significant letdown, especially after West Ham’s triumph in the UEFA Europa Conference League the previous year, their first major trophy in 43 years.
Sheth indicates that Aguerd is a player to watch for a potential departure this summer, as new West Ham manager Julen Lopetegui plans to revamp the squad and aim for European qualification.
“I think it is clear that that’s an area they do want to strengthen, that there’s lots of talk about Nayef Aguerd potentially leaving West Ham United – that’s definitely one to keep an eye on,” Sheth told GIVEMESPORT.
“But the fact that they are going in for a centre-back in Fabricio Bruno would suggest that that is definitely an area they are prioritising during this summer’s transfer window.”
It’s expected to be a busy summer for the Hammers as Lopetegui works to reshape the team and improve on the disappointing end to Moyes’ tenure.
