**West Ham are continuing to push to try and land Lille duo Jonathan David & Angel Gomes, with ExWHUEmployee providing an update.**
As has been reported previously, the club have identified both players as key targets ahead of the summer transfer window, as they are both out of contract at the end of the season, therefore presenting a potential big opportunity for the club.
Therefore though, this does mean that there is fierce competition for the pair, however West Ham are eager to steal a march on our rivals by tabling a package which we hope will sway in our favour as we aim to land the highly-rated striker and midfielder.
Reporting on The West Ham Way Podcast this week, club insider Ex advised that the agent of Jonathan David was in attendance at the match on Monday night against Newcastle at the London Stadium, as the club work to try to convince the respective players and representatives on a move this summer to east London.
“Jonathan David’s agent was in attendance on Monday night, which we understand was the club wooing his team of representatives as we try and land the player as a signing this summer,” stated Ex.
“David is known to be a key target for Potter and his team, with him seen as an ideal fit for the system the boss wants to play. The fact he also speaks fluent English and he’s a free transfer, meaning the club can table a lucrative package to their parties to try and strike a deal.
“There are though other really keen, with Arsenal and Barcelona both understood to be huge admirers. So the chances of the club signing David are still seen as very tough to conclude. One thing is clear though, the club are really pushing for this.
“Whether our intentions are successful or a waste of time remain to be seen – only time will tell.”
Ex also advised the situation is the same for David’s Lille teammate and England international Angel Gomes, with the club trying to take a lead in talks to sign the player ahead of next season, however others are keen too including Spurs.
Ex will keep fans up to date on the situation with both players as they develop.