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Adama Traoré Transfer

Started Last Movement

Adama Traoré has left West Ham and is now a free agent after the club released him following nine appearances and no goals.

Football Insider reports that Wolves are working on a deal to re-sign their former winger, while Elche were linked earlier. His next club has not been confirmed.

No-Guff Summary

  • The West Ham exit: Traoré has been released and is now a free agent.
  • Wolves' reported move: Football Insider says Wolves are working on a deal to re-sign him.
  • The wider interest: Football Insider reports competition for Traoré, while Elche were linked earlier.
  • What remains open: No agreement or next club has been confirmed.
Development

Elche consider Traoré as leading attacking target

Elche are reported to have made Adama Traoré their leading attacking target for the summer, with The72 repeating Sport’s claim via Sport Witness. It is the same underlying report, not a separate line of sourcing.

The72 says Traoré’s West Ham contract expires at the end of June and he will become a free agent unless it is renewed. No contact with West Ham, talks or bid is described.

Sources

  • Sport Witness (opens in a new tab) — Reports that Elche have identified Adama Traoré as a leading summer attacking target, while noting a potential free-agent departure from West Ham and the need for the player to accept a pay cut.
  • Sport (opens in a new tab) — Reports that Elche regard Adama Traoré as their standout attacking target and believe his signing could increase the club’s media exposure.
  • The72 (opens in a new tab) — Reports that Elche are interested in West Ham attacker Adama Traore ahead of his potential move into free agency, citing Sport via Sport Witness.
  • Sport (opens in a new tab) — Reports that Elche are interested in signing Adama Traore from West Ham this summer.