West Ham United are eager to rekindle its links to Scott McTominay as Julen Lopetegui considers strengthening his midfield options.
According to Caught Offside, West Ham United could rekindle their interest in Scott McTominay through this window. The Hammers were close to signing the Manchester United homegrown star, as Julen Lopetegui remains keen to strengthen his midfield.
West Ham to rekindle Scott McTominay’s interest?
Scott McTominay might have a decision to make about his future this summer, as his future at Manchester United remains unclear at this point. The Red Devils have indicated they are not in a hurry to sell the homegrown star just yet, but things could change dramatically for the benefits a sale might bring.
Galatasaray are interested, but there are doubts about whether McTominay would want to move to Turkey at this stage of his career. In fact, the report suggests he’s demanding a significant salary bump should he end up departing Old Trafford.
The Turkish giants might not have the capacity to pay that much, meaning he might prefer a switch within the Premier League that could let him maintain an important status elsewhere. West Ham are reportedly considering reigniting their interest in the midfielder, who they were heavily linked with last summer.
Back then, Manchester United might have been open to a sale, but McTominay chose to stay and give his future at Old Trafford another chance. The Red Devils reportedly want £29 million for the homegrown midfielder, which will be seen as total profit should they manage to offload him.
Will West Ham sign McTominay
McTominay will surely consider leaving Manchester United if the club brings in a couple of new midfielders who threaten his game time. The Club will sell if they can find new players in the position, and that seems like the case. West Ham does have a good enough chance, provided they give the Scotsman guarantees of regular game time and an important role.
Fulham are also keen, as they are looking to replace Joao Palhinha. Contrastingly, the Cottagers can give McTominay the guarantees and probably the money required by him. However, West Ham is stacked with quality midfielders, where the £29 million-rated Manchester United man might have to fight hard for a starting berth.
