West Ham United are reportedly set to reignite their interest in Wolves captain Max Kilman as they look to bolster their squad under new manager Julen Lopetegui. Kilman, who has been a long-term target for the London club, has previously worked with Lopetegui during their time together at Wolves.
According to The Sun, West Ham is preparing to submit a bid for the defender this summer. However, Wolves are expected to play hardball and demand a fee of at least £45 million for Kilman’s services.
Defensive stability has been a major concern for West Ham this season, with injuries and other issues causing a lack of consistency at the back. The addition of Kilman could provide much-needed reinforcement to their backline.
The Hammers’ pursuit of Kilman highlights their ambition to support Lopetegui in the transfer market as they aim to strengthen their squad ahead of the upcoming season. With the manager’s previous experience working with Kilman, West Ham will hope that this familiarity will give them an advantage in securing the player’s signature.
As the summer transfer window approaches, it remains to be seen whether West Ham’s interest in Kilman will materialize into a successful bid. The club will need to negotiate with Wolves and meet their hefty valuation if they are to secure the services of the highly-rated defender.
Stay tuned to Tribal Football for further updates on West Ham’s pursuit of Max Kilman and other transfer news as the summer transfer window heats up.
