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Rubén Vargas Transfer

Started Last Movement

Will Rubén Vargas join West Ham? The Hammers are still reported to be interested, but West Ham Zone, citing Orgullobiri, says the Sevilla winger favours a Premier League move and that Brighton are better placed.

West Ham have reportedly contacted Sevilla, though no bid or agreement is supplied.

No-Guff Summary

  • West Ham: Reports say contact has been made and interest remains. No bid or agreement is supplied.
  • Vargas’s preference: Orgullobiri, as cited by West Ham Zone, says the 27-year-old wants to move to England but would favour a Premier League club.
  • Brighton: West Ham Zone says Brighton are in a strong position and prepared to meet Sevilla’s reported £13 million valuation. No submitted bid is reported.
Development

Vargas reportedly favours Premier League move

Rubén Vargas reportedly favours a Premier League move, an awkward detail for West Ham in the Championship.

West Ham Zone, citing Spanish outlet Orgullobiri, says the Sevilla winger wants to move to England but would prefer a top-flight club. The same account places Brighton in a strong position and says they are prepared to meet Sevilla’s demands, reported at around £13 million.

West Ham are still said to be considering the 27-year-old as a left-wing option. Villarreal and Trabzonspor have also reportedly enquired about his availability. No West Ham bid or agreement is reported.

Sources

  • West Ham Zone (opens in a new tab) — Reports that West Ham remain interested in Ruben Vargas, while Brighton are considered better placed to sign the Sevilla winger amid a reported £13 million valuation.