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West Ham United need attacking reinforcement this summer to bolster an underperforming frontline ahead of a crucial 2025/26 campaign.

The Hammers have been linked to several targets but struggled to get deals over the line. They could face the same problem as they push to sign another attacker.

According to the Daily Mail, West Ham are preparing to swoop for OGC Nice forward Evann Guessand this summer.

However, a lack of funds means they must sell to buy, which will force them to rush a deal for top asset Mohammed Kudus. Niclas Fullkrug is also on the chopping block.

West Ham must swoop quickly to sign Guessand, as he is also a target for Wolverhampton Wanderers.

Unlike the Irons, Wolves have a hole burning in their pockets after selling Rayan Ait-Nouri and Matheus Cunha for big money.

West Ham had shown interest in Guessand in January, but nothing materialised.

Per the report, ‘The Hammers remain interested in a striker with three more years on his contract who is expected to be available for £20-25 million.’

Guessand bagged 12 goals and eight assists (12 big chances created) in 33 Ligue 1 appearances this term.

Like Kudus, Guessand can play multiple positions but prefers to ghost into the box off the right, earning comparisons to Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah for his ability.

If West Ham are serious about evolving their attack, Guessand is the type of player they cannot afford to let slip away, in our opinion.

His output last season speaks to end product, and his game suits the Premier League to a tee.

Operating from the right, Guessand’s high-level sprints, intelligent off-ball movement, and ability to link play mirror traits seen in elite wide forwards like Salah.

Guessand is a direct solution a West Ham side that often struggles to break down deep blocks or counter with pace.

At just £20–25 million, the 23-year-old is a rare mix of value, versatility, and upside.

Wolves will move quickly. West Ham must do the same. Sometimes, you don’t wait for the perfect financial moment. You find the cash and buy the future. Guessand is just that!

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