A fresh chapter has unfolded in the ongoing transfer saga between West Ham United and Tottenham Hotspur, as both London clubs vie for the signature of an emerging star: Ivory Coast forward Evann Guessand.
Amid underwhelming performances this season, West Ham and Tottenham find themselves sitting 13th and 14th in the Premier League table, separated by just two points. The struggles have led to managerial shake-ups, with West Ham appointing Graham Potter to replace Julen Lopetegui, while Ange Postecoglou retains his position at Spurs despite admitting that results have fallen short of expectations.
Both teams are in desperate need of reinforcements this January, and their sights are set on the 23-year-old Nice striker. The latest developments suggest that Tottenham is ready to hijack West Ham’s pursuit of Guessand, setting the stage for a heated transfer showdown.
A Promising Target for Rival Clubs
Guessand, who has been in stellar form this season, has tallied eight goals and four assists in 17 Ligue 1 matches. Known for his pace, versatility, and ability to play across the front three, he has drawn significant interest from both clubs.
West Ham, reeling from the long-term losses of Michail Antonio and Niclas Fullkrug, has prioritized signing a striker. Club chairman David Sullivan, now spearheading their transfer strategy, has ensured ongoing scouting missions at Nice matches. Guessand’s performance during Nice’s recent 2-1 loss to Lille—where he was one of the standout players—further bolstered his appeal.
Tottenham, on the other hand, has turned their attention to Guessand after failing to secure Randal Kolo Muani. While Dominic Solanke leads their line following his summer move for £65m, Spurs are keen to bolster their attacking