Everton and West Ham Vie for Tchatchoua as Bologna Eyes Quick Profit
According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Bologna defender Jackson Tchatchoua has caught the attention of Premier League clubs, with both Everton and West Ham expressing interest in the Cameroonian talent.
The Italian newspaper reports that West Ham has made initial moves for the 22-year-old, who Bologna values at €8 million.
Interestingly, Bologna only recently secured Tchatchoua on a permanent basis, paying €3 million to Charleroi after a successful loan spell last season.
Now, they’re potentially looking at a swift €5 million profit due to Premier League interest.
Everton were initially linked with Tchatchoua earlier this month, with reports suggesting they were “ready to buy” the promising defender.
However, West Ham has now entered the fray, although the exact nature of their approach – whether a formal bid or preliminary contact – remains unclear.
With Bologna setting an €8 million price tag, it’s conceivable that both Premier League clubs could intensify their pursuit of Tchatchoua.
The situation highlights the rapid value appreciation of young talents in today’s transfer market, with Bologna potentially doubling their investment in a matter of months.
As the transfer window progresses, Tchatchoua finds himself at the center of growing Premier League interest.
The coming weeks may see increased activity from both Everton and West Ham as they compete for the defender’s signature, while Bologna stands to benefit significantly from any potential deal.