West Ham United will reportedly prioritise signing 23-year-old versatile Dutch defender Jayden Oosterwolde from Fenerbahce next year.
According to a report by Turkish outlet Fanatik, Jayden Oosterwolde is the subject of interest from West Ham United. The Hammers have identified the versatile Fenerbahce full-back as their top target for next year. However, the East London club will face a roadblock in the chase, with Jose Mourinho not interested in sanctioning the departure of the versatile Dutch defender.
Jayden Oosterwolde and his Turkish journey
Jayden Oosterwolde has landed on his feet since joining Fenerbahce from Parma in January 2023. A native of Zwolle, the Dutchman spent his formative years in his homeland and graduated from the youth division at FC Twente. However, he has risen in prominence during his spell in Turkiye in the last 12 months.
The 23-year-old has gone from strength to strength at Fenerbahce while becoming one of the go-to players for Jose Mourinho in the 2024/25 season. Oosterwolde has turned out 61 times thus far for the Turkish giants while chipping in with two goals.
Meanwhile, Jayden Oosterwolde’s progress at Fenerbahce has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several well-known clubs across Europe, especially in the Premier League. The summer transfer window produced links with Crystal Palace and Newcastle United, with West Ham United weighing up a move for the versatile Dutch defender for next year.
London calling?
West Ham United mulled over signing Jayden Oosterwolde in the summer transfer window before a move failed to see the light of day. The continued interest in the Dutchman makes sense, considering Aaron Cresswell barely features for the East London club, while Emerson Palmieri is inconsistent.
So, Oosterwolde has emerged as a viable target to bolster the left-back berth, with the Hammers identifying him as their top target for 2025. However, West Ham will face a roadblock, with Jose Mourinho not interested in sanctioning the versatile Dutch defender’s departure next year.
A significant proposal from West Ham United will not turn Mourinho’s head either, and the Fenerbahce manager wants to keep the 23-year-old in his squad. So, the East London club might have to look elsewhere for a new left-back next year.
