AliousAccording to a top Sky Sports reporter, Aston Villa’s potential loss could benefit Everton as West Ham considers bidding for a star player.
With PSR rules limiting spending for clubs like West Ham, Aston Villa, and Everton, player sales have become crucial in bridging the gap with elite teams.
After spending £60m on Luis Guilherme and Max Kilman, questions arise about West Ham’s remaining summer budget, especially as signing a striker is a priority.
West Ham has reportedly cooled their interest in Aston Villa’s Jhon Duran due to Villa’s £35m asking price.
This has led West Ham to consider Everton’s Dominic Calvert-Lewin, who is on their striker shortlist along with Youssef En-Nesyri and Armando Broja.
Sky Sports reporter Dharmesh Sheth confirmed West Ham’s interest in both Duran and Calvert-Lewin, noting that while there’s been no formal offer for Duran, interest has slightly cooled in favor of other targets.
Everton might be more open to a deal for Calvert-Lewin given their financial situation, especially as it would allow them to cash in on a player with a history of injury problems.
The 27-year-old scored eight goals and provided three assists in 38 appearances last season.
West Ham might consider including Maxwel Cornet in any bid for Calvert-Lewin, given Everton manager Sean Dyche’s previous interest in the player.
However, Calvert-Lewin’s transfer fee isn’t expected to be high, as his contract at Everton expires next summer.
The potential deal could see Aston Villa missing out on a sale, while Everton could benefit financially, and West Ham might secure a new striker option.
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