West Ham United are closing in on another signing, with Lazio striker Valentin Castellanos undergoing a medical on Sunday, according to GIVEMESPORT sources.
The Hammers aren’t messing around in the January transfer window, already completing the signing of Pablo from Gil Vicente. The striker started on the bench against Wolves on Saturday, with West Ham succumbing to a disappointing 3-0 defeat away from home.
It’s certainly no surprise that West Ham are looking to splash the cash this month, as they sit in 18th position in the Premier League table, four points adrift of safety. Nuno Espirito Santo is under pressure, and he’ll need to turn things around fast if he wants an opportunity to work with some potential new signings.
West Ham Closing in on £26m Deal
According to GIVEMESPORT sources, West Ham are closing in on the signing of Lazio striker Castellanos, who is set to undergo a medical today (Sunday). The Hammers will pay a fee in the region of £26m to secure his signature from the Italian club, adding to their forward options heading into the second half of the season.
GIVEMESPORT also understands that West Ham have held talks to sign Chelsea forward Raheem Sterling, but the English attacker is seeking a permanent move, rather than a loan. The Hammers are also in talks to sign Fulham winger Adama Traore, who could link up with Nuno once again after the pair worked together at Wolves.
West Ham are eyeing two potential replacements for Nuno Espirito Santo after they were beaten 3-0 by Wolves on Saturday.
Nuno Under Pressure at West Ham
GIVEMESPORT sources have also confirmed that West Ham manager Nuno is under increasing pressure after their recent defeat against bottom-side Wolves. Former boss Slaven Bilic is one manager being considered by the Irons, and he would be ready to answer a call from the club to return.
Former West Ham midfielder Michael Carrick, who most recently managed Championship side Middlesbrough, is another name being considered to take over from Nuno if they decide to make a change in the dugout. The Hammers previously sounded Carrick out for the job in the past.
Two Premier League clubs are said to be considering a move for a Tottenham player who could push for a move this summer. Spurs have had a memorable summer transfer window so far, racking up a club-record spending bill of more than £230million, and more spending is expected.
Back-to-back bottom half Premier League finishes have scared the Tottenham board into action, and Roberto De Zerbi is benefiting in a major way, notably being handed Jan Paul van Hecke, Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali, along with others.
But a high number of new signings is not good news for everyone, and some players now face having to leave.
Bergvall wants out of Tottenham
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According to various reports, Lucas Bergvall wants to leave Tottenham this summer. The Sweden international saw his play time reduced after De Zerbi’s arrival towards the end of last season, and there is no obvious path to his play time increasing next season.
Spurs have James Maddison back to full fitness, while Xavi Simons will also be an option in the 10 position. Conor Gallagher and Mateus Fernandes can also play further forward, while there are options out wide, and De Zerbi is expected to further add to those options.
In Bergvall’s defence, it’s understandable how he doesn’t see a role in the Tottenham starting XI next season, even if fans are going to want to see him show a little more ambition to fight for his place.
Premier League duo eye Bergvall move
Premier League – Tottenham Hotspur v Fulham – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, Britain – November 29, 2025 Tottenham Hotspur’s Lucas Bergvall in action with Fulham’s Harry Wilson REUTERS/David Klein
According to Pete O’Rourke and Football Insider, there are two clubs currently interested in a move for Bergvall this summer. O’Rourke said on the Transfer Insider Podcast: “I’m sure Tottenham don’t want to keep a player who is unhappy and has indicated that he is interested in a move away. Nottingham Forest have shown a bit of interest in him as a potential replacement for Elliot Anderson, and Aston Villa are long-term admirers of Bergvall as well.”
Spurs are currently said to be ruling out a move for Bergvall, but the situation could change if the player demands an exit. No manager is going to want an unhappy player kicking around,but given the Swede is only 20 years of age and with clear talent and potential, there could be a situation where he is loaned out rather than sold.
De Zerbi could also play a more selfish game and keep Bergvall around until at least January, keeping in mind Simons is not going to return until the winter.
Frank’s praise for Bergvall
Former Spurs boss Thomas Frank was a big fan of Bergvall, and he believed the youngster’s best position would be behind the 10, although the signings of Sandro Tonali and Fernandes won’t help his cause there, either.
“Lucas is very talented. I think he will end up as what we call an eight, that’s where I think he will end, but who knows? He’s more than capable of playing as a 10 or he can play a more midfield role from the side as he did against Liverpool,” Frank said last year.
“He’s a player we can use in different roles which is hugely beneficial and important, to have that player who can run in behind, he’s very good at pressing, good on the ball and he can drive forward with the ball. Over time he will fall into a more fixed position. It’s completely normal for a young player to play in different positions. To be that flexible is a huge boost. Look at Szoboszlai, who we all think is one of the best midfielders in the league.”
Liverpool have opened talks to sign one of the standout young talents at the World Cup.
Liverpool Sign Celtic Defender
According to Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, Liverpool have sealed a deal to sign Celtic defender Dara Jikiemi on a five-year contract.
Jikiemi is the Scotland U16 captain, and it’s a huge statement that Liverpool have offered him a five-year contract at his age.
The 16-year-old is unlikely to come into the senior setup, and it will likely be a while before Liverpool fans can see him in action for the first team.
Jikiemi has yet to make his Celtic debut, and he now looks set to make the move to Liverpool.
Tottenham are showing an interest in signing a Paris Saint-Germain star in the summer transfer window, and he now wants to leave the club.
It’s been an incredibly busy summer transfer window for Spurs, who have already confirmed six new additions.
Sandro Tonali, Mateus Fernandes, Martin Dubravka, Jan-Paul Van Hecke, Marcos Senesi and Andy Robertson have all arrived through the door at Hotspur Way.
The North London club have spent significant sums of money strengthening their squad, and they don’t appear to be finished yet, with it being so early in the transfer window.
It’s an important summer as Tottenham prepare to head back in the right direction after an incredibly disappointing couple of years.
Tottenham are ready to go again after completing a deal for Tonali.
Tottenham eyeing PSG star
According to a report from journalist Santi Aouna, Tottenham are one of the sides showing an interest in signing Paris Saint-Germain winger Ibrahim Mbaye in the summer transfer window.
The Senegalese international wants to leave the club this summer, even though his entourage wants him to continue his journey with the French side.
Mbaye, described as fearless, was recently at the World Cup with Senegal before they were knocked out by Belgium.
With PSG looking to strengthen in the final third and already having bundles of talent, and by now wants to leave in search of regular first-team football
