West Ham would need to pay 40 million Euros (£35.6m) fee without add-ons if they want to land Sevilla striker Youssef En Nesyri.
Spanish paper Marca says negotiations continue and West Ham could return to Sevilla with a second bid but it would have to be at least 40 million euros excluding additional add-ons, which would need to be part of any deal.
Marca sources say if the deal isn’t done this month, it could be done in the summer when the Spanish club will look to cash in on key players whatever happens.
En-Nesyri joined Sevilla for 20 million euros ( £17.8m) just 12 months ago from Leganes.
David Moyes confirmed to reporters yesterday that a bid had been made for the Moroccan striker but refused to be drawn whether he would go back with another bid. The initial bid was thought to be £27m made up of a £22.5m transfer fee and £4.5m of potential add-ons.
Once bitten, I wouldn’t go near some of these players at these prices. We’ve been there before and I can just see another waste of a money on a player who let’s face it will want out in 18-24 months.
Agree with you Dave. Big money pit and no Premier experience equates to a big gamble. Don’t think we need to try to afford that.
I thought £27m was a bit much.. but what do I know, I’m not a talent scout, agent or manager….
Step away from this one David!