In-demand Lille midfielder, Angel Gomes could be pricing himself out of a move to the Premier League, even though he is available on a free transfer in the summer, and can now sign a pre-contract with a new club. Reports suggested Tottenham Hotspur had stolen a march on other clubs, yet have failed to agree terms with the England international.
Graham Potter has made no secret of his desire to add the player to the West Ham squad, yet initial conversations suggested that the player and his agent (represented by his brother) were miles apart with the club regarding his salary expectations, when West Ham begun negotiations back in January. Time for the Hammers to step up.
Other clubs that have allegedly thrown their hat in the ring include Manchester United: Yet with Ruben Amorim’s future uncertain, the Red Devils are likely to delay any meaningful conversations until the summer. Aston Villa could possibly also be another option, with Unai Emery having cash to spend following some smart transfer business in both the summer and January transfer windows.
Respected journalist Fabrizio Romano has suggested the player is keen on a move to the Premier League, which discounts interest from the German Bundesliga.
Although SCR (Squad Cost Rules) will be delayed next season, which would involve limiting spending on wages, transfer fees and agent fees to 85% of their revenue, clubs are aware this is likely to be implemented at some point.
Currently nursing an injury, as Gonzo wrote in a previous article, Gomes has five contract offers on the table. Subject to agreeing to a signing on fee and salary, a conclusion is likely in the near future.