“Bye to this club, West ham is now…….” Julen Lopetegui’s prime striker target now leaves club and it is now clear when he will join Westham

Julen Lopetegui’s Prime Striker Target Youssef En-Nesyri Bids Farewell Ahead of West Ham Bid

West Ham United has already made one significant signing under new head coach Julen Lopetegui, securing center-back Fabricio Bruno from Flamengo for approximately £12.8 million. Although Bruno cannot officially join the Hammers until the international window opens on July 1st, the club is likely to confirm the deal soon. According to reports, West Ham aims to make three priority signings by July 1st, with technical director Tim Steidten targeting two central defenders and a proven striker for Lopetegui.

One of the strikers linked to West Ham is Youssef En-Nesyri, who has been a prime target for Lopetegui. The Moroccan forward has been connected to the Hammers on multiple occasions in the past two years, and his impressive performances under Lopetegui at Sevilla make him an attractive option. Spanish publication El Mira claims West Ham can sign En-Nesyri for a relatively affordable £17 million this summer, and the player himself is reportedly keen on joining the London Stadium.

Sevilla is under pressure to sell En-Nesyri by the end of June to avoid financial sanctions, which could work in West Ham’s favor. Despite En-Nesyri twice turning down a move to the Hammers in the past, Lopetegui’s presence and the player’s desire to reunite with his former coach might sway his decision.

In Sevilla’s 2-1 defeat to Barcelona in the final La Liga game of the season, En-Nesyri scored his 20th goal in all competitions, capping off an impressive season despite missing several games while away at AFCON. According to AS journalist Javier Maria Lopez, En-Nesyri was deliberately substituted on 90 minutes, allowing him and the fans to share a farewell moment ahead of an anticipated move to West Ham.

Lopez reported, “Nervion gave him a standing ovation when he was substituted in the 90th minute. The ovation sounded more like goodbye than until next season. En-Nesyri is entering the last year of his contract, and this is one of the few things that Sevilla can get out of the current squad.” He added, “The shadow of West Ham, who already wanted him on previous occasions, appears again, but then it was En-Nesyri who decided to stay (previously).”

En-Nesyri’s impressive pace and aerial ability make him an attractive option for West Ham, particularly if Lopetegui can find a role for James Ward-Prowse, who could provide set-pieces for En-Nesyri to capitalize on. With an average match rating of just under 7/10 and four man-of-the-match awards, En-Nesyri has proven himself as a valuable asset for Sevilla.

West Ham fans will be eager to see if the Hammers can secure En-Nesyri’s signature, given his history with Lopetegui and his impressive performances in La Liga. If the deal materializes, it could be a significant coup for the club, especially considering Sevilla’s financial pressures and En-Nesyri’s desire to reunite with his former coach.

In other West Ham news, the club has been linked with various forwards, including Ivan Toney, Serhou Guirassy, Armando Broja, and Victor Boniface. However, En-Nesyri appears to be the prime target, and his potential arrival could be a significant boost for the Hammers as they look to build on their recent progress under Lopetegui.

With the transfer window set to open on July 1st, West Ham fans will be keeping a close eye on developments, hoping that the club can secure the signings needed to push for a top-seven finish in the Premier League next season. If En-Nesyri does join the Hammers, it will be a significant statement of intent from the club, and fans will be eager to see how he performs under Lopetegui once again.