West Ham player could be off to Ajax within weeks – Another fortunate move

Such is the strength of the Premier League, a player at a relegation battling side can be something of a failure and get a move to title-chasing AC Milan.

That’s the fate of Niclas Füllkrug who is swapping third from bottom West Ham for second from top Milan. He’s expected to fly to Italy on Monday evening or Tuesday, and secure his future for the next few months.

Another West Ham player could also be moving to a European giant near the top of the table. This time it’s Ajax, but although they’re third in the Eredivisie a title challenge looks unlikely. PSV are clear favourites and 16 points ahead of the Amsterdam club.

Ajax are keen for reinforcements in January and that’s seen them turn their attention to the Hammers. Voetbal International report Guido Rodríguez is the man in question, and the basis would likely be a loan. 

The 31-year-old has picked up around 250 minutes this season, but has been involved more in recent weeks. His contract expires at the end of the season, although there’s an option to extend it for a further year.

Therefore, West Ham’s stance on the situation would be unclear.

Ajax were keen on Edson Álvarez in the summer

Ajax have been exploring the option of signing Rodriguez, but there’s not much more shared than that. They’ll likely want a low cost loan and West Ham may feel they can do better elsewhere, if they decide to part ways.

The Dutch club had been keen on taking Edson Álvarez in the summer window, again on a loan basis. They even went public with their intentions, seemingly confident about reaching a deal. However, they didn’t like the terms offered by the Premier League club.

Álvarez then moved to Fenerbahçe, on loan with an option to buy. He’s had some fitness issues but has made 13 appearances for the Turkish club so far.