West Ham Receives Response After Submitting Massive Bid for Euro 2024 Hero
So far this summer, West Ham United seems to be among the most active clubs in the transfer market.
To impress new first-team coach Julen Lopetegui, technical director Tim Steidten is working overtime to bring in the players the Spaniard desires.
Max Kilman and Luis Guilherme are among the early signings, with more expected before the 2024/25 campaign kicks off.
One player that has drawn significant attention is Georgia’s Euro 2024 hero, Georges Mikautadze. According to Le10 Sport, West Ham has made the highest bid among interested clubs, far exceeding Metz’s €20 million asking price. However, a more recent Le10 Sport report suggests Mikautadze is not interested in joining West Ham because they won’t be competing in European tournaments next season.
This scenario may recur for the East Londoners throughout the summer. Despite their efforts to evolve from the stagnant football style under David Moyes, West Ham remains a mid-table Premier League team. Players seeking top-level competition may be deterred by the club’s current standing, as they can only offer the potential of future success.
Top-tier players aim to participate in European campaigns, with the Champions League as an ultimate goal. While Lopetegui may envision leading West Ham to such heights, the reality is that they are not there yet. This gap is likely to pose a challenge for the club in attracting high-caliber talent this summer.
