All the biggest Premier League transfer rumours – featuring news from Chelsea, West Ham, Wolves, Forest and Brentford.
Greetings and welcome to your Wednesday edition of the Premier League’s biggest transfer speculations. Let’s start at Stamford Bridge, where there are claims circulating that Chelsea is no longer interested in acquiring one of its top summer transfer targets.
Fabrizio Romano has informed Caught Offside that the Blues are taking their time considering signing Ivan Toney of Brentford, who was close to the top of the shortlist for the number nine position this summer but has reportedly fallen out of favour.
That’s even though Toney has netted four goals in his first eight games back with the Bees following an eight-month suspension for violations related to gambling. The England international is 27 years old, so it seems Chelsea are just “not that convinced anymore” and are considering “different strikers in terms of age.” For Arsenal and Manchester United, who Romano thinks are still interested, this may all be good news.
The 3AM Verdict: Victor Osimhen appears to be Chelsea’s top priority, but considering how far away they are from a Champions League position right now, that looks like an increasingly optimistic option. on addition, we would note that investing heavily on a youthful team hasn’t exactly paid off thus far, and Toney’s additional experience may be highly beneficial. That being said, it’s probably true that Osimhen is superior. However, it’s all too easy to envisage this backfiring and leaving Chelsea to scramble for a replacement when both players sign with other teams.
Hammers in for Germany winger
Now let’s take the tube to the opposite end of London, where Sport Witness is bringing West Ham United supporters some very exciting news. According to sources originating from Germany, David Moyes is reportedly targeting VfB Stuttgart winger Chris Führich for the summer. Führich has six goals and seven assists in the Bundesliga this season, and his affordable release clause may facilitate a transaction.
Führich, who made his Germany debut in October, has been outstanding this year, helping Stuttgart move up to third place in the German Bundesliga with his explosive returns. Thus, the prospect of acquiring him for €20–25 million (£17–21.5 million), with the precise amount of the option contingent on Stuttgart’s ultimate league standing, ought to tantalise some. But there will be competition for West Ham: RB Leipzig is also considering the 26-year-old.
The 3AM Verdict: Although Führich didn’t play in the Bundesliga until he was 23 years old, he is making up for lost time as two strong seasons have been followed by an even better one. This season, he has become a true creative force with to his good pace, dribbling abilities, and exquisite passing style. At about £20 million, he looks like a great acquisition.
Three-way fight for Scottish star
In other news, HITC has learned of a potential three-way transfer dispute involving Scotland international midfielder Lewis Ferguson. Ferguson currently plays for Bologna in Serie A, but there are three teams interested in moving him: Brentford, Wolverhampton Wanderers, and Nottingham Forest.
Lewis, the devoted centre midfielder who has an abundance of stamina, never backs down from a challenge, passes the ball with accuracy, and enjoys the odd goal, is the nephew of former Scotland captain Barry. He is more of a pressing machine who quickly and effectively turns the ball over and passes it to the next man than a huge creative source. Capable of playing wide as well, he’s been compared to
John McGinn, not totally out of the ordinary. Although no price is given, Transfermarkt estimates his worth at around £15 million.
The 3AM Verdict: Although the 23-year-old lacks sparkle, he is a solid player with a work ethic that is admirable, which is why Premier League teams would be interested in him. Although Thomas Frank’s relentless Brentford team seems to be a perfect fit for him, any of those three teams would be happy to acquire him at the right price. Although £15 million looks expensive, it can be well worth it.
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