SHOCKING TWIST! West Ham About to SNATCH £17M Hidden GEM in Desperate Plan B After BLOCKBUSTER Target CRASHES – You Won’t Believe Who’s Involved!
West Ham United are considering a move for Southampton defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis as an alternative to Chelsea’s Axel Disasi, reports Kieran Gill of the Daily Mail.
The defender emerged from Manchester City’s renowned youth system, progressing through the academy before embarking on several loan moves designed to aid his development.
Temporary spells at Stoke City and Anderlecht helped shape his game, but it was at Southampton where he truly established himself, impressing enough to secure a permanent transfer.
Although the Saints endured relegation last season, his individual performances remained consistently strong.
He featured 38 times across all competitions and his form was rewarded on the international stage in November 2024, when he made his senior England debut.
The occasion proved unforgettable, as he marked the milestone by scoring in a commanding 5-0 victory over Ireland.
Now plying his trade in the Championship, the 24-year-old has continued to stand out as one of the division’s most reliable centre-backs.
Despite Southampton’s struggles this campaign, he has been a cornerstone of their side, registering 24 appearances, four goals and two assists, underlining his influence at both ends of the pitch.
While promotion back to the Premier League is far from guaranteed for the Hampshire club, a top-flight return could still be on the cards for Harwood-Bellis.
Journalist Pete Gill reports that West Ham United are weighing up a move for the towering 6ft 2in defender as they assess ways to strengthen their defence.
The Hammers have been strongly linked with Chelsea’s Axel Disasi, but negotiations have stalled due to the Blues’ insistence on a permanent transfer rather than a loan.
That stance has forced Nuno Espírito Santo’s side to explore alternative options, with Harwood-Bellis now emerging as a viable target.
Further developments suggest West Ham have already tested Southampton’s resolve.
According to Nizaar Kinsella, the Saints rejected an initial loan proposal for the England international ahead of the deadline.
While Southampton are keen to retain one of their key players, they may reconsider should an improved offer arrive, particularly as the player himself is understood to be open to a move to the London Stadium.
West Ham have been proactive in the market as they battle to avoid relegation, adding Taty Castellanos, Pablo Felipe and highly rated Venezuelan youngster Keiber Lamadrid, while Adama Traoré has also rejoined his former manager.
With focus now shifting to defensive reinforcements, a revised bid exceeding Harwood-Bellis’ £17m valuation could yet prompt Southampton to rethink their stance.
