Report: West Ham now want to sign ‘explosive’ £50m star from Premier League giants

West Ham United are reportedly keen to sign Manchester United defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka in a stunning £50 million deal this summer.

According to The Daily Mail, the Hammers have revived their interest in the 26-year-old right-back after a failed attempt to sign him in January.Wan-Bissaka has established himself as one of the Premier League’s top defenders since joining Manchester United from Crystal Palace in 2019. His impressive performances have caught the attention of West Ham manager Julen Lopetegui, who is eager to strengthen his squad ahead of the new season.The Spanish boss has already signed Max Kilman and Luis Guilherme this summer, but he is aware that more needs to be done to bolster his team.

Wan-Bissaka’s arrival would be a significant coup for West Ham, bringing pace, skill, and defensive prowess to the right-back position.The former Crystal Palace defender has been described as “explosive” by The Athletic, and his ability to tackle and defend is unmatched in the Premier League. While he may not be the best going forward, he has the potential to improve his attacking game.

At 26, Wan-Bissaka is in his prime, and West Ham would be getting a player who can perform at the highest level for years to come.Lopetegui’s philosophy of signing young unproven players and turning them into stars is admirable, but it needs to be complemented by experienced signings like Wan-Bissaka. The addition of the Manchester United defender would bring a new dimension to West Ham’s squad, and his leadership qualities would be invaluable to the team.

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag is reportedly willing to let Wan-Bissaka leave Old Trafford this summer, and West Ham should be keen to take advantage of this opportunity. If the price is right, the Hammers should be all over a deal for the defender, who would be a huge upgrade on Vladimir Coufal.

In other news, West Ham are also linked with moves for Lucas Paqueta and Mohammed Kudus, as Lopetegui looks to strengthen his squad ahead of the new season. The Hammers boss is keen to add a mix of youth and experience to his team, and Wan-Bissaka’s signing would fit perfectly into his plans.