28-year-old might make a U-turn and remain at West Ham following Graham Potter’s appointment.
Graham Potter's appointment may prompt a West Ham United player to reconsider his earlier decision.
West Ham United appointed Graham Potter as their new manager on Thursday, replacing Julen Lopetegui at the London Stadium.
One key area Potter must address is the centre-back position, an issue he acknowledged during his first press conference as Hammers manager.
West Ham’s defensive record has been poor, with the club conceding more Premier League goals in 2024 than any other team.
Improving the backline is essential if Potter hopes to succeed in his new role.
The arrival of Potter could also bring changes to West Ham’s squad over the next two transfer windows.
Many players are expected to join and leave the club in the coming months.
One potential returnee is Nayef Aguerd, who is currently on a season-long loan at Real Sociedad.
Estadio Deportivo reports that the Morocco international could be back at West Ham this summer.
West Ham signed Aguerd for £30 million from Rennes in 2022. Despite his departure, the 28-year-old has been performing well in Spain.
Described as Sociedad’s “most outstanding player” earlier this season, Aguerd has made 13 La Liga appearances, averaging 1.5 tackles, 3.5 clearances, and 2.5 successful aerial duels per game.
He has also averaged 62.6 passes per match with an impressive 88.9% completion rate, according to WhoScored.
Although Aguerd has thrived in La Liga, his future remains uncertain.
He recently admitted that he doesn’t know what lies ahead but left the door open for a potential return to the Hammers.
This marks a contrast from the summer, when he expressed happiness at leaving West Ham.
A U-turn could now be on the horizon, with Potter’s appointment possibly influencing Aguerd’s decision.
However, whether the defender will rejoin West Ham remains uncertain.
Despite his strong performances in Spain, it’s difficult to predict if a return to the London Stadium will materialize.
