West Ham agree £16 million deal for Manchester United transfer target

West Ham are believed to be looking to sign a fullback this summer. Rumours suggest that the new manager, Julen Lopetegui, wants someone to compete with 31-year-old Vladimir Coufal to compete for the starting role at the right side of defence. That has seen them being linked with a number of right-backs in recent weeks, with one of them being Bayern Munich's Noussair Mazraoui.

Mazraoui was one of the best defenders in the Bundesliga last season. With Bayern selling Benjamin Pavard to Inter Milan, the Moroccan defender stepped up for the German giants whenever needed.
But it did not take Mazraoui long to move ahead of versatile holding midfielder, Joshua Kimmich in the pecking order.

He justified his place in the team with his extraordinary performances against Arsenal and eventual winners, Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League. However, an overall underwhelming season saw Bayern's eleven-year title dominance end as they lost the Bundesliga title to Bayer Leverkusen. On top of that, the club went trophyless in the 2023/24 season.

West Ham agree £16 million deal for Manchester United transfer target

Thus, Bayern Munich can see a total squad overhaul ahead of the next season. And West Ham have moved their attention towards signing Mazraoui. Few days ago, it was reported that the Hammers have stepped up their interest in the Moroccan due to a Tim Steidten masterclass.

Now, it seems West Ham are finalizing a deal with Bayern to sign Noussair Mazraoui. As reported by transfer journalist, Florian Plettenberg,

"FC Bayern and West Ham have reached an agreement to sign Noussair Mazraoui.

Transfer fee: €15,5 + €4m add-ons

There’s also a verbal agreement in principle between WHUFC and Mazraoui..."

- Florian Plettenberg

This is music to the ears of West Ham however, it’s not a done deal yet as financial details about the deal are yet to be confirmed between the clubs. The Red Devils are still in the race but West Ham seems to be closing on a move for Mazraoui.

Although the Hammers have missed on Fabricio Bruno this summer and Harry Maguire last summer at the last moment, there are high chances that Mazraoui will play Premier League football next season at the London Stadium.