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Frank Lampard dismisses West Ham’s January interest in Coventry City defender Bobby Thomas
This week alone, a host of defensive names have been linked with West Ham United.
Former England international Eric Dier is among those mentioned, alongside Newcastle United stalwart Jamaal Lascelles, Celta Vigo defender Oscar Mingueza, RB Leipzig youngster El Chadaille Bitshiabu and Bologna centre-back Jhon Lucimi.
Add Ethan Pinnock, Roggerio Nyakossi, Bright Arrey-Mbi, Charlie Cresswell and now Bobby Thomas to the growing list, and the number of centre-halves reportedly under consideration at the London Stadium quickly moves into double figures.
With Nuno Espirito Santo pushing hard for reinforcements, the club’s priorities are clear.
West Ham have already conceded a league-high 43 goals this season, underlining why strengthening at the back has become an urgent objective during the current window.
However, one potential target looks set to remain out of reach.
The Daily Mail reported on Thursday that Coventry City defender Bobby Thomas, who stands at an imposing 6ft 4ins, has caught the attention of West Ham’s recruitment team.
That interest, though, has been firmly played down by Coventry manager Frank Lampard, a former favourite at Upton Park.
With his side pushing for promotion, Lampard has no intention of sanctioning a January departure.
“I saw and heard that yesterday,” Lampard said on Friday when asked about the reported links. “And I think everyone knows how I feel about Bobby Thomas.
“He’s a player for this club, and we’ve got 20 games to try and do something this year. So that’s the answer.”
Lampard struck a similar tone earlier in the season when he dismissed suggestions that attacking duo Ellis Simms and Haji Wright could be sold to West Ham.
Despite suffering two defeats in their last three outings, Coventry remain in a strong position. They sit six points clear at the top of the table and will look to maintain that advantage when they welcome Leicester City for Saturday’s lunchtime kick-off.
For West Ham, the search continues as recruitment staff weigh experience against potential, while balancing financial constraints and long-term planning.
Whether the club acts swiftly or waits for summer opportunities, Espirito Santo will hope any arrivals can bring leadership, resilience and immediate improvement, qualities badly needed if the Hammers are to climb the table and restore defensive stability before the season reaches its decisive stage in coming crucial weeks ahead everywhere.
