“Deal Off: West Ham Refuses to Pay Agent Fees for Striker Despite Agreeing on Transfer Fee”
Despite having a new recruitment team led by Tim Steidten, many of West Ham’s summer targets are familiar names.
Max Kilman and Aaron Wan-Bissaka have long been admired by the club, and the striker they may eventually sign is also a long-term target.
Jonathan David’s goal-scoring record is impressive, with 71 goals in just four Ligue 1 seasons. His natural striker instincts are precisely what the Hammers have needed for years.
Although this summer seemed like the time for him to move to East London, the deal is reportedly off despite the club’s willingness to meet Lille’s £30 million demands, according to Claret and Hugh.
The stumbling block wasn’t the transfer fee but the £10 million agent fees. While such fees have caused issues in previous signings, this time it’s entirely understandable.
Paying that much to an agent is excessive and shouldn’t be considered, especially since it could secure them Aaron Wan-Bissaka instead.
In an era where Financial Fair Play (FFP) and Profitability and Sustainability Regulations (PSR) are critical concerns for clubs, it would be foolish to pay such a large sum to an agent, effectively increasing the cost of the move by a third.
