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Dwight McNeil Transfer

Started Last Movement

Will Dwight McNeil join West Ham? TEAMtalk reports that West Ham have made enquiries about the Everton winger, but says no formal offer has been made.

Everton are said to be open to selling, while McNeil reportedly wants a new challenge and is open to moving to London. TEAMtalk calls West Ham the current favourites, although that is ahead of any reported bid.

No-Guff Summary

  • Enquiries reportedly made: TEAMtalk says West Ham have asked about signing McNeil.
  • No offer: The report explicitly says West Ham have not made a formal offer.
  • Everton and McNeil could entertain it: Everton are said to be open to selling, while McNeil reportedly wants a new challenge and is open to moving to London.
Development

McNeil named key West Ham target as loan suggested

Dwight McNeil is reportedly a key West Ham target, with a loan from Everton suggested as one possible route. ExWHUEmployee's claim has been relayed by West Ham Zone and Read Everton.

The account says West Ham are exploring a temporary move and that any negotiations would depend on McNeil being willing to drop into the Championship. It does not report that Everton or the player have agreed to that arrangement.

No contact with Everton or McNeil's camp, talks or bid are reported.

Sources

  • West Ham Zone (opens in a new tab) — West Ham Zone reports that West Ham are interested in Everton winger Dwight McNeil if he is willing to play in the Championship.
  • West Ham Zone (opens in a new tab) — West Ham Zone reports that Dwight McNeil is a key West Ham target and that a loan from Everton could be considered, but reports no contact, talks or bid.
  • Read Everton (opens in a new tab) — Read Everton relays ExWHUEmployee's claim that West Ham are exploring a loan for Everton winger Dwight McNeil.
  • Sports Mole (opens in a new tab) — Reports that West Ham admire Everton winger Dwight McNeil, while stating that the interest is not advanced and that other clubs could also be interested.
  • West Ham Zone (opens in a new tab) — Argues that Dwight McNeil could strengthen West Ham’s promotion bid and reports that the Everton winger may be available on loan.