Based on the information provided, West Ham United appears to have a good opportunity to sign Alexander Sorloth from Villarreal for €30 million this summer. Villarreal initially wanted €38 million for Sorloth but have reduced their asking price by €8 million due to financial constraints and the need to comply with UEFA’s Financial Fair Play rules. Sorloth had a prolific season, scoring 23 goals, making him an attractive target for West Ham as they look to bolster their squad for the upcoming season. His potential move to West Ham could allow him to prove himself in the Premier League after previous stints with Crystal Palace and successful spells at Trabzonspor and Midtjylland.
Based on the information provided, it seems AS Roma’s bid for Sorloth has been rejected, potentially opening the door for West Ham to pursue him. Additionally, West Ham has shown interest in Simon Banza from Braga, but they risk losing him to Middle Eastern clubs due to not making a compelling offer yet. Julen Lopetegui, the new manager of West Ham, is looking for a prolific striker to improve the team’s chances of qualifying for Europe after a disappointing previous season. Landing a deal for Sorloth or another effective striker could significantly boost their prospects.