West Ham United are repeatedly considering a move for Hakim Ziyech, who could be available on a free transfer in January.
According to a report by Fichajes, West Ham United are interested in a move for Hakim Ziyech ahead of the January transfer window. The Moroccan playmaker could leave Galatasaray on a free transfer next month if he manages to terminate his contract with the Turkish side.
Hakim Ziyech has not been having a good season in Turkey, with his game time drastically reduced at Galatasaray. Rumours are circulating about an imminent departure ahead of January, with reports suggesting the Turkish outfit could terminate this contract.
If that were to happen, the 31-year-old former Chelsea playmaker would be free to leave, as there is rumoured interest from West Ham United is picking momentum. The Hammers are likely to look for players that improve their attacking setup, and Ziyech, given his Premier League experience, will be a cost-effective signing for the East London outfit.
Ziyech could be a signing designed to help the team in the short run and is likely viewed as an alternative option to some of their other targets. For instance, the Hammers hold an interest in James McAtee, who is expected to leave Manchester City in the January transfer window.
Other targets include Chelsea outcast Carney Chukwuemeka, with the Hammers set to be priced out of a deal for the young midfielder. There are loose links to Juventus man Nicolo Fagioli, with a similar price problem set to make the signing difficult, on top of the Italian’s desire to join a bigger club likely to scupper any move.
Ziyech could leave Galatasaray in January
The Hammers could see Ziyech as someone easily available with the value-added benefit of signing him on a free transfer. The only hiccup will come in the form of the 31-year-old former Chelsea playmaker and his ability to formulate the contract termination with Galatasaray.
Given his game time has drastically reduced this season, there is a feeling that both parties want the same thing ahead of next month. However, should he fail to agree on a termination, he will certainly move on a free next summer, as his current contract ends in six months, and there is no hope of an extension despite Galatasaray holding an option.