West Ham close to signing Premier League rightback

Recently, trusted journalist, Florian Plettenberg has reported that Manchester United are close to finalize the signing of Noussair Mazraoui. This is a great update for West Ham as the Red Devils are negotiating with the Hammers to find an agreement on Aaron Wan-Bissaka.

West Ham close to signing Premier League rightback

Speaking about the update, Florian Plettenberg reported,

"MUFC and West Ham now trying to find an agreement about a transfer of Aaron Wan-Bissaka. Talks between WHUFC and Wan-Bissaka have taken place in the last 72 hours."

- Florian Plettenberg

After missing out on signing Noussair Mazraoui, West Ham look determined to bring Wan Bissaka to the London Stadium after missing on a lot of defensive targets in this transfer window. Also, the recent 3-1 defeat to Wolves added further importance to strengthen the defence after conceding two goals inside five minutes in the second half.

Aaron Wan-Bissaka represents a significant upgrade on Vladimir Coufal, who despite being a good signing, is 31-years-old and the Hammers can't go into the new season with only one right back.
Plus, Wan-Bissaka's one on one defending makes him a reliable fullback who can even fill in at centre back whenever needed. Now, West Ham need to finalize this transfer quickly and look to bring in a new striker and a new centre-back to partner summer signing Max Kilman.

Moreover, West Ham are said to be interested in signing Lens Champions League playing defender, Kevin Danso for the centre back role. A back four of Emerson, Max Kilman, Kevin Danso and Aaron Wan Bissaka would give more stability to the Hammers defence and suits more to Julen Lopetegui's high pressing tactical setup.