West Ham United are in advanced talks with Manchester United over the transfer of defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka, according to Sky Sports.
The right-back has entered the final year of his contract with the Red Devils and it was recently claimed that he would prefer to join Inter Milan.
However, the Hammers are pushing the most for his signature. They are in ‘advanced talks’ and the clubs are ‘close to reaching an agreement’.
Wan-Bissaka’s move away from Old Trafford will accelerate the Red Devils’ pursuit of Noussair Mazraoui, who has won four league titles in his career.
The club have agreed personal terms with the Bayern Munich star and it has been reported that a fee has also been finalised with the German giants.
Wan-Bissaka has been a quality presence at right-back for the Red Devils, but manager Erik ten Hag is eyeing an upgrade on him ahead of next season.
The 26-year-old has been solid with his defending, but he has lacked the attacking threat. He rarely makes overlapping runs and crossing is not his strength.
Wan-Bissaka turned down an approach from the Hammers last week, but he could change his stance, considering Inter are yet to make contact with United.
The Serie A champions are focused on sorting out the future of Denzel Dumfries first. A transfer could depend on Dumfries’ exit, but United are unlikely to stay patient.
A swap deal between Wan-Bissaka and Dumfries was discussed by intermediaries, but United have decided to prioritise the transfer of Mazraoui instead.
It could be a matter of time before the Moroccan arrives at Old Trafford. A deal could be finalised once Wan-Bissaka gives the green light to join the Hammers.
