West Ham United will demand around €50 million to part ways with 28-year-old Moroccan international defender Nayef Aguerd next year.
According to a report by Spanish outlet Fichajes, Nayef Aguerd faces an uncertain future at West Ham United. The Hammers are ready to cash in on the Moroccan international in the 2025 summer transfer window, with several clubs keen on securing his services. The East London outfit will demand around €50 million to part ways with him next year.
Nayef Aguerd and his recent seasons
Nayef Aguerd has blown hot and cold since joining West Ham United from Stade Rennais in July 2022. The East London outfit beat stiff competition to sign the African centre-back, who arrived in the Premier League with the reputation of being a solid defender.
While the 28-year-old showed flashes of brilliance in his first two seasons with West Ham, he could not translate his talent and potential into tangible results. So, it was hardly surprising that the Premier League club sanctioned a loan exit for Aguerd in the summer transfer window, with Real Sociedad securing his services.
The Moroccan international has been a regular for Real Sociedad thus far this season, amassing nearly 1,500 minutes of game time across 16 appearances in all competitions. Meanwhile, Aguerd’s progress at the Basque club has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several high-profile clubs across Europe.
What next?
Recent reports have linked Nayed Aguerd with Real Madrid, with Los Blancos mulling over a winter move for the player by cutting short his loan deal with fellow La Liga club Real Sociedad. While that might not see the light of day, West Ham United have set the price tag they will demand to part ways with Aguerd in the 2025 summer transfer window.
The Hammers want around €50 million to sell the Moroccan international next year. While the price tag seems high for a player who has blown hot and cold in recent seasons, West Ham can justify the valuation if he enjoys an exceptional 2024/25 campaign with Real Sociedad.
However, West Ham’s asking price of €50 million will rule out several mid-table clubs that cannot meet the East London club’s valuation. It will be interesting to see if the 28-year-old can help West Ham raise a handy sum from his sale next year.