According to a report from AfricaFoot, West Ham want to reinforce their midfield ahead of next season and they have their eyes set on Red Bull Salzburg’s midfielder Mamady Diambou. The Hammers are willing to do everything in their power to sign the young Mali international.
Diambou joined the Austrian outfit in early 2021 and spent time on loan before gradually integrating into the first team. However, despite being part of the senior setup in recent seasons, the 22-year-old defensive midfielder has struggled for regular game time.
He struggled with an injury last season and could only manage 878 minutes of first-team action. While he has been available throughout the ongoing season and has been involved in 32 matches, Diambou has only racked up 1,414 minutes.
While he did pen a new deal last summer and his contract runs until the summer of 2028, there are high chances of the Mali international making a move away when the transfer window opens. West Ham, who were keen on signing him last summer before he penned the new deal and once again willing to try their luck.
Back then the Hammers were eyeing a free transfer but this time around, they are ready to table an offer worth around €6 million. The London club have had a very disappointing season. While they are safe from relegation, they are 17th on the points table.
Graham Potter, who took over as their boss mid-season, is keen on bringing in players who can help him better implement his style of play. He was more quality and depth in the centre of the park and is interested in having Diambou at his disposal.
The Hammers have him as a top target and are ready to do everything possible to get it over the line. They have already relaunched negotiations with Red Bull Salzburg and it will be interesting to see how things pan out.
When the Austrian club extended his contract last summer, it appeared to be a strategic move to avoid losing him on a free transfer. As a result, they are now open to cashing in on him, and the 22-year-old is also prepared to move on, given he is not a key part of their plans.
