West Ham United reportedly have the edge over Tottenham in the chase for Inter Milan defender Yann Bisseck, with Tim Steidten set to play a huge role.
According to Caught Offside, West Ham United might have an edge in the race for Yann Bisseck, who is emerging as a big target for the London side. There’s intense competition from Tottenham for the German defender, although the Hammers could use Tim Steidten as a trump card to negotiate with Inter Milan.
Yann Bisseck is widely seen as a top talent by many big clubs in England and elsewhere, although the German defender may not be getting enough game time that his talent deserves. Simone Inzaghi has preferred other players over the 24-year-old, although some might argue the German has got decent playing time so far thisseason.
Inzaghi has chosen to use him regularly in recent games, but that might be due to the rotations done by the Inter Milan boss. In any case, his future at the San Siro is far from certain, as Premier League clubs continue to circle for his signature.
West Ham were keen back in the summer before they signed Jean-Clair Todibo, and now there are a host of other teams, including the Hammers, eagerly willing to explore a deal. The report states Inter Milan might consider a £35 million fee for the German defender, as Tottenham also view him as a top target.
Spurs are keen to sign a centre-back with links to Pascal Struijk. Should Bisseck be made available, they could pounce on the opportunity for the £35 million-rated German defender. However, even if the Inter Milan star comes in, he might not be the automatic starter in north London. Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou seemingly prefers Cristan Romero and Micky van de Ven, meaning he must take a secondary role.
West Ham have an advantage in the Bisseck chase
As far as importance goes, West Ham could offer Bisseck a crucial role in their setup, as some of its summer signings have not worked out well. Todibo reportedly had a bust-up with Julen Lopetegui that threatened his career at the London Stadium, while Dinos Mavropanos is not seen as a long-term option. Hence, the £35 million-rated German defender could get a regular role here, which will benefit his career.
The report also states that West Ham have a trump card up their sleeves with the presence of director Tim Steidten, who can use his German connection to lure Bisseck. Whether that is genuinely a factor in the chase of the £35 million-rated German defender remains to be seen. Still, the big question will fall on Inter Milan and their willingness to sell, which might not be the case in January, given the defender’s stature in the squad.
