It was recently revealed that West Ham are looking to sell star midfielder James Ward-Prowse in the upcoming transfer window. The 29-year-old midfielder is one of the Premier League’s best set-piece specialists but has not generated many goal-scoring chances from build-up play. As such, West Ham are in negotiations with Paris Saint-Germain to sign Carlos Soler this summer.
Soler is a box-to-box midfielder with good passing skills who would add quality and depth to West Ham’s squad, and to make room for Soler in midfield, West Ham are looking to sell Ward-Prowse for £25 million. Ward-Prowse joined West Ham from Southampton for £30 million and could return to his former club during the transfer window.
According to Football Insider, Premier League side Nottingham Forest are interested in signing James Ward-Prowse this summer. Forest are aiming for a mid-table finish this season and would like to add more Premier League experience to their squad. As such, Forest see Ward-Prowse as a creative box-to-box midfielder with plenty of experience in the English top flight.
Ward-Prowse played nearly 50 games for the Hammers last season, scoring seven goals and providing 11 assists. In addition, Ward-Prowse scored many goals from set-piece opportunities, making him a strong option for any team in the Premier League. Now, with only four days left in the transfer window, it remains to be seen whether Forest will sign Ward-Prowse.
Dark. Next. Captain Jarrod Bowen praises the Hammers’ star player after the match. Captain Jarrod Bowen praises the Hammers’ star player after the match.
Meanwhile, West Ham are in the running to sign Carlos Soler and will also face Bournemouth in the FA Cup.