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Midfielder Still on Hammers Radar Despite Injury Shake-up

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West Ham are still tyring to secure Chelsea midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall on loan, potentially with an option to buy. Dewsbury-Hall joined the West Londoners for £30 million, reuniting with former Leicester boss Enzo Maresca. However, the move has not gone well for the player, sparking talk of an early exit.

While Chelsea are unlikely to write off the transfer as a complete loss, they may be open to loaning Dewsbury-Hall out. West Ham coach Graham Potter, who maintains strong relationships at his former club, likely has insights into Chelsea’s available players.

The Hammers are in desperate need of reinforcements and an injection of energy in midfield. The recent injury to Niclas Füllkrug has highlighted the urgency of signing a striker, but West Ham remain focused on securing a central midfielder.

The club reportedly rejected an offer to loan Edson Álvarez to Monaco over the weekend. It remains too early to determine whether the Mexican international fits into Graham Potter’s plans, but his versatility to play in defence makes him a valuable asset, especially with Mavropanos and Todibo currently sidelined

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Kris Gonzo (commonly known to the West Ham community as Gonzo) is the co-founder of Hammers Chat (established 2014) and the lead video content creator and columnist for Claret and Hugh.

With over a decade of professional sports media experience, he is a frequent West Ham United analyst and contributor for Sky Sports News, BBC Football Focus, and BBC Radio 5 Live. He previously served as an official video and content creator for West Ham United FC during the club's tenure at Upton Park and featured in the official documentary commemorating the historic final game at the Boleyn Ground.

A lifelong Hammer since the legendary 10-0 victory over Bury, when he isn't providing daily match analysis on the Hammers Chat YouTube Channel or broadcasting on X (@GONZObignose), he can be found walking his dog and restoring classic pinball machines.

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  • Jeeps says:

    Doesn’t seem like Alvarez is. going anywhere.
    At Villa game not only did Potter convey a number of on field messages through Alvarez but when the team circled before match he was also team spokesman.
    Thought Souchek as captain would he taken this responsibility as he’s quiet vocal.

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