Report: Tottenham Target Premier League Defender Already in Talks with West Ham

According to a live blog update from Sky Sports (1 July), West Ham have already held talks with Southampton over a deal that would see Flynn Downes move in the opposite direction permanently【Telegraph, 28 June】.

Southampton have now contacted Bournemouth about signing Max Aarons as a potential replacement, but Julen Lopetegui faces competition from Ange Postecoglou and Russell Martin to secure the versatile defender.

West Ham United Must Move Quickly to Secure Kyle Walker-Peters Transfer

West Ham are keen to strengthen their full-back position this season after losing Ben Johnson to Ipswich, where he agreed to a £60,000-per-week deal【Times, 27 June】. Additionally, there are question marks around Vladimir Coufal’s future.

This situation leaves a potential gap at right-back. Walker-Peters’ ability to play on both flanks, coupled with his Premier League experience, makes him an attractive target. At a prime age, Walker-Peters would be a top signing. With Downes eager to return to St. Mary’s and West Ham willing to let him go, the opportunity to complete the deal is significant.

However, Brighton are known for their astute moves in the transfer market, and Walker-Peters came through the academy at Tottenham, adding to the competition. Therefore, West Ham must act swiftly to secure this deal and avoid being outmaneuvered.

It’s a clear opportunity, so West Ham’s transfer team needs to act quickly to ensure Lopetegui gets his man.