Andrey Santos Leads West Ham Midfield Targets Amid Edson Alvarez Departure

The transfer window is moving into its decisive stage, and West Ham transfer news is heating up after a disastrous opening-day defeat to Sunderland.

Graham Potter’s side were humbled 3-0 by the newly-promoted club, exposing deep cracks in the squad and intensifying pressure on the board to deliver reinforcements before the deadline.

Andrey Santos to West Ham Transfer Latest

One of the biggest stories this week is the Hammers’ pursuit of Andrey Santos. West Ham are believed to have lodged a £45m bid for the Chelsea midfielder, but the offer was rejected.

Sources suggest Chelsea value Santos closer to £50m, viewing him as vital cover for the injured Romeo Lavia.

The 21-year-old Brazilian impressed last season on loan at Strasbourg, scoring 11 times in Ligue 1.

He has also started to feature for Chelsea in the Premier League, though his cameo against Crystal Palace at the weekend was marked by a missed chance to win the game.

Despite that, West Ham are expected to return with an improved bid.

West Ham Transfer Updates on Matheus Fernandes and Fabio Vieira

Potter is keen to bolster his midfield options, with Southampton’s Mateus Fernandes another target.

A £30m bid was rejected earlier this summer, but with the Saints under financial pressure to sell, West Ham could test their resolve with a new £50m offer.

Meanwhile, Arsenal midfielder Fabio Vieira has also emerged as an option. The Portuguese international spent last season on loan at Porto and appears surplus to requirements at the Emirates.

Stuttgart have expressed interest, but former scout Mick Brown believes Vieira could end up at the London Stadium. At around £19m, he would represent a more affordable solution.

West Ham Transfer News: Edson Alvarez Exit Close

Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Edson Alvarez is closing in on a move to Fenerbahce.

Talks have progressed over a loan deal with an option to buy, and the Mexico international is expected to complete his switch imminently.

Alvarez’s departure, alongside potential exits for Guido Rodriguez and Andy Irving, would free up space in the squad — and funds — to push harder for Santos or Fernandes before the window shuts.

Is Lucas Paqueta Leaving West Ham?

One piece of positive news for Hammers fans is the future of Lucas Paqueta.

After a two-year investigation, charges against the Brazilian have been cleared, and Karren Brady has publicly confirmed that he will not be leaving this summer.

Despite strong interest from Newcastle and Manchster City, Paqueta remains central to Potter’s plans.

Brady said: “I think he wants to stay, and we definitely want him to stay, so he will be staying.”

West Ham Forward Targets: Rodrigo Muniz and Leandro Trossard Links

Up front, Fulham’s Rodrigo Muniz has been mentioned as a potential target, though his price tag may have risen after scoring a dramatic equaliser against Brighton.

Even more intriguing are reports that West Ham have joined the race for Leandro Trossard, who is entering the final year of his Arsenal contract.

A switch to the London Stadium would reunite him with Potter, who originally brought him to the Premier League while at Brighton.

According to reports, West Ham are competing with Aston Villa, Brentford, and Borussia Dortmund for Trossard’s signature.

What is clear after the 3-0 defeat to Sunderlands is West Ham need signings fast, or Graham Potter may not be in the dugout long enough to see the squad’s rebuild through.