Last week, it seemed like the Jean-Clair Todibo transfer to West Ham wouldn't happen. After all, Juventus had moved quickly to show their keen interest in the French international and engage with him and Bologna. However, there appears to be a turn in this transfer saga.
Personal terms are believed to be agreed upon, and Todibo wants Juventus as his priority. However, Nizaar Kinsella, a trusted Premier League journalist, has given a new update on Todibo's potential move to the Hammers. After rejecting West Ham's initial offer, Nice is believed to have agreed on a loan with an option to buy for £27 million.
Todibo is expected to wait to see if Juventus make a move before deciding whether to accept a move to West Ham. https://t.co/GCUSpsWlNf
— Nizaar Kinsella (@NizaarKinsella) July 17, 2024
However, there is one thing: Todibo is still hoping for Juventus as his priority. Still, this is all part and parcel of the summer transfer window action. West Ham can't be sure about the Frenchman's signing, as Juventus can still match their bid and sign the defender themselves.
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However, there is still plenty of time in the summer transfer window. It has also not been long into negotiations, so fans have no reason to worry. We live in a social media age where every stage of the deal is documented, but the truth is, Tim Steidten and the club representatives have seen deals like this a hundred times already, so once the player agrees on personal terms with West Ham, the transfer is still on the right track.
Without a doubt, it will be the center-back position that Julen Lopetegui has in mind. Furthermore, Jean-Clair Todibo is an obvious upgrade on Kurt Zouma, Kostas Mavropanos, and Nayef Aguerd. An aggressive defender who is more than capable of playing out in tight situations, he would certainly come into this West Ham team to improve its core.