West Ham United have already been active in the January transfer window, but a flurry of fresh rumours suggests manager Nuno Espirito Santo could be plotting a dramatic overhaul of his struggling squad. With the club embroiled in a relegation battle, securing defensive solidity and midfield experience appears to be the priority before the deadline passes.
Potential New Faces at the London Stadium
According to widespread reports, the Hammers are targeting significant reinforcements in several key areas. Filip Jorgensen, the Chelsea goalkeeper, is reportedly pushing for a move to secure regular first-team football, with West Ham ready to offer an escape route from Stamford Bridge. In defence, the search for a commanding centre-back continues, with former Tottenham defender Eric Dier, now at AS Monaco, said to have been offered to the London club.
The most eye-catching link, however, is in midfield. Transfer specialist Ben Jacobs has claimed that N'Golo Kante could be a target. The former Chelsea star's contract with Saudi Arabian side Al-Ittihad expires this summer, potentially making a short-term deal feasible, though Turkish giants Fenerbahce are also interested.
How West Ham Could Line Up
If the club succeeds in its reported pursuits, a potential starting XI by the end of January could look radically different. In goal, Jorgensen could replace the inconsistent Mads Hermansen and Alphonse Areola. A new-look back four might feature El Hadji Malick Diouf, Eric Dier, Jean-Clair Todibo, and Aaron Wan-Bissaka, aiming to shore up a defence that has conceded too freely this season.
The engine room could see the experienced N'Golo Kante partnering new signing Mateus Fernandes and fellow January arrival Pablo. On the flanks, long-term target Adama Traore is believed to be back on the radar due to his previous relationship with Nuno at Wolverhampton Wanderers. He could line up opposite Jarrod Bowen, supporting striker Taty Castellanos, another early-window acquisition.
The Fight for Survival
These speculative moves underscore the urgency at West Ham. The club has already invested almost £50 million to bring in Castellanos from Lazio and Pablo from Gil Vicente. Further investment in defence and a proven winner like Kante would signal a clear intent to climb away from the drop zone. While the rumours remain unconfirmed, they paint a picture of a club prepared to be aggressive in the market to secure its Premier League status for another season.
