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Mohamadou Kanté Contract

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Will West Ham give Mohamadou Kanté another new contract? Sports View, citing The Athletic, reports that the club plan to offer him improved terms. The outlet says his current deal runs until summer 2031. An offer or agreement has not been reported.

No-Guff Summary

  • The reported plan: West Ham intend to offer Kanté a more lucrative contract, according to Sports View's account of The Athletic.
  • Where things stand: Sports View says his current deal runs until summer 2031. The report describes a plan, with no offer made or agreement reported.
Development Updated

West Ham reportedly plan improved Kanté deal

Another improved deal could be on West Ham's agenda for Mohamadou Kanté. Sports View, citing The Athletic, reports that the club plan to offer the midfielder more lucrative terms.

Sports View says Kanté signed an improved contract in October 2025 that runs until summer 2031. This is a reported plan for a further deal, with no offer made or agreement reported.

Sources

  • Sports View (opens in a new tab) — Reports, citing The Athletic, that West Ham plan to offer Mohamadou Kante a more lucrative contract, despite his existing deal running until summer 2031.
  • West Ham Zone (opens in a new tab) — Reports, citing The Athletic, that West Ham plan to offer Mohamadou Kante improved contract terms, with a source close to the situation saying new terms will be agreed.
  • The72 (opens in a new tab) — Reports that West Ham are preparing to offer Mohamadou Kante improved terms in a new contract, citing The Athletic.
  • The West Ham Way (opens in a new tab) — Reports that, according to The Athletic, West Ham are planning to offer Mohamadou Kante a new and improved contract.
  • Claret&Hugh (opens in a new tab) — Argues that Mohamadou Kanté’s performances are attracting international attention, citing Sport Witness on France U-21 interest, and says reports suggest West Ham are adjusting his salary.