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Harry Souttar Transfer

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Will Harry Souttar join West Ham? The Daily Record is cited as placing the Leicester City defender high on West Ham’s wanted list, but no formal offer has been reported. Wrexham, Sheffield United and Stoke City are also said to be interested.

No-Guff Summary

  • West Ham’s interest: The Daily Record is cited as placing Souttar high on the club’s wanted list.
  • Competition: Wrexham, Sheffield United and Stoke City are also reportedly interested.
  • What is missing: No formal West Ham offer has been reported.
  • Leicester’s stance: Leicester are reportedly open to his departure as they look to reduce their wage bill after relegation.
Development

West Ham face three-club competition for Harry Souttar

West Ham have been named alongside Wrexham, Sheffield United and Stoke City in the latest report on Harry Souttar’s future.

The Daily Record, as cited by Read West Ham, places the Leicester City defender high on West Ham’s wanted list. Read West Ham says Leicester are open to his departure after relegation as they look to reduce their wage bill.

That is still interest, not a deal. No formal West Ham offer has been reported.

Sources

  • Read West Ham (opens in a new tab) — Reports that West Ham are considering Leicester defender Harry Souttar, with Leicester reportedly open to offers and no formal bid yet reported.
  • The West Ham Way (opens in a new tab) — Reports that West Ham are interested in Leicester City centre-back Harry Souttar, while noting interest from Sheffield United and Stoke City and questioning the risks associated with his injury history.