Magassa move edges closer as West Ham seal €20m package
West Ham are poised to sign Soungoutou Magassa for about €20m after agreeing personal terms with Monaco.
The 21-year-old France Under-21 midfielder would be a real lift for a side chasing momentum.
West Ham had bid €17m plus €3m, and it did not take long to seal terms.
Nottingham Forest had also shown interest, additionally entering the race after the initial bid.
The France youth international would join a midfield that needs tempo and rhythm.
If the move lands, expect echoes in the Palace booth and a tempo shift.
Rivals like Millwall know tempo wins fights not vibes, and Brighton will hear the noise if this lands.
TLDR
Magassa to West Ham at about €20m after terms agreed with Monaco.
Nottingham Forest entered the chase after the first bid.
The move would sharpen tempo and heighten pressure on rivals in London and beyond.
Soungoutou Magassa
West Ham United