West Ham’s quiet summer so far isn’t a lack of ambition, it’s the result of a squad still clogged with unresolved futures. Until certain exits are finally sorted, Nuno Espírito Santo is effectively rolling into pre‑season with last year’s core intact, plus returning loanees like James Ward‑Prowse, Niclas Füllkrug, Maxwel Cornet and Edson Alvarez .
Academy players Callum Marshall, George Earthy, Kaelan Casey are back in the mix too.
Cornet’s future feels all but decided. After four injury‑ravaged years, the club is expected to pursue a mutual termination, freeing up wages and space. Crysencio Summerville still looks set to leave, but his Premier League‑level salary demands are shrinking the market. Even interested top‑flight clubs are waiting to offload players before committing.
Martin has already confirmed the issue earlier today regarding Edson Alvarez who is unwilling to take a cut on his wages to facilitate a loan move to German club FC Köln.
Wan Bissaka and Todibo – who will buy ?
Likewise for Aaron Wan-Bissaka who is contracted to the club until 2031. He has said he would like to leave, yet any interested clubs would need to match the terms he was on in the Premier League, and given his age and the length of his contract has deterred a number of teams from making an offer.
Reports suggest West Ham will ramp up their pursuit of new signings next week, with Nils Koppen handing Nuno a long list of targets. But whether that actually becomes real bids is another story. For now, fans may need to brace themselves when West Ham visit Burnley on the opening day, don’t be shocked if the starting XI looks very familiar.
Not that familiar no Fernandes Summerville or Wilson
…or Disasi
We’re going to ramp up recruitment efforts next week! 🤣🤣🤣