“Real Reason REVEALED” – This is why Lopetegui didn’t sell West Ham flop this summer despite the player’s poor performance.

West Ham United’s attempt to sell Nayef Aguerd in the summer transfer window was unsuccessful due to the club’s high asking price of €40m (£33.8m). This has been revealed by Lyon and Crystal Palace owner John Textor, who claims that West Ham’s demands were too high for potential buyers.

Aguerd, who joined West Ham for £30m in 2022, has been a disappointment for the club, missing four months with an ankle injury and struggling to adapt to the Premier League. Despite this, West Ham were reportedly holding out for a high transfer fee, which deterred interested clubs.

Textor’s comments suggest that West Ham may have been unrealistic in their valuation of Aguerd, and that the player’s poor form and injury record made him a less attractive prospect for other clubs. With Aguerd’s contract set to expire, West Ham may struggle to sell him permanently, especially if they continue to demand a high transfer fee.

The situation highlights the challenges faced by West Ham in offloading unwanted players, and the need for the club to reassess their valuation of Aguerd in order to secure a sale.