“West Ham’s SHOCKING Plan to Ditch Niclas Fullkrug for a Goal-Scoring BEAST Who HUMILIATED Real Madrid with FOUR Goals!”

West Ham United suffered another setback on Sunday, losing 2-1 to Nottingham Forest.

Despite recent frustrations among fans, the club remains committed to supporting manager Graham Potter ahead of what is expected to be a significant summer transfer window.

To fund new signings, West Ham plans to offload several players. In return, they aim to bring in at least six fresh faces. One name gaining traction is Lazio striker Valentin Castellanos.

According to CaughtOffside, West Ham are among a number of Premier League clubs interested in the Argentine forward.

Castellanos is not a new name on West Ham’s radar. The club has previously shown interest, though a deal failed to materialise.

Now, they are reportedly close to submitting an offer, with Lazio valuing the 26-year-old at around £25–30 million.

However, the Hammers face stiff competition for his signature, with Wolves, Nottingham Forest, and Everton also monitoring the situation.

The club views Castellanos as a potential replacement for Niclas Fullkrug, who joined from Borussia Dortmund last summer for £27 million. Despite high expectations, Fullkrug has endured a disappointing debut season in England.

Hampered by injuries, the German striker has made just 19 appearances, missing 20 matches and scoring only three goals.

Fullkrug himself has acknowledged his struggles, calling it a “really bad” start to his time at West Ham.

Given Fullkrug’s fitness issues and underwhelming form, the club is now exploring alternatives.

Castellanos, who notably scored four goals in a single match against Real Madrid, is emerging as a top target.

His current season at Lazio has been impressive, with 14 goals and eight assists across all competitions, highlighting his attacking capabilities and consistency.

With the summer transfer window fast approaching, West Ham is gearing up for a crucial period of rebuilding.

Backing Potter and revamping the squad—starting with a potential move for Castellanos—reflects their intent to bounce back stronger after a tough campaign.