West Ham may look to end their transfer interest in Max Kilman according to the Guardian.
Wolves remain steadfast in their £45m valuation of Kilman, compelling West Ham to consider alternative defensive options. The Hammers are now eyeing Riccardo Calafiori, whose recent standout performances suggest he might be the superior choice.
Julen Lopetegui has prioritised signing a centre-back, with Kilman at the top of his list. Despite this, Wolves are not under pressure to sell their captain, having rejected West Ham’s initial offer of £30m plus add-ons. It is also believed that Lopetegui envisions Kilman as a potential new captain for the Hammers, given Kurt Zouma’s diminishing favour.
Negotiations between the clubs have stalled, even though West Ham initially expected a swift agreement. They are hesitant to exceed £35m for Kilman, who previously played under Lopetegui at Wolves. Sources indicate the deal isn’t entirely off the table, but West Ham is now actively exploring other centre-back options.
While Wolves might accept £45m, this amount exceeds West Ham’s budget constraints. The Hammers reportedly have a remaining transfer budget of £51m before any player sales.
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