Premier League clubs are circling newly-relegated West Ham United, Burnley, and Wolverhampton Wanderers as they seek bargains in the summer transfer window. The trio will likely trim costs after dropping to the Championship, potentially cashing in on star players to boost finances. Arsenal, Manchester United, and Liverpool could capitalise, with seven targets worth a combined £238 million identified as cut-price opportunities.
West Ham captain Jarrod Bowen is the most obvious name, having scored nine and assisted 11 Premier League goals. The 29-year-old has been linked with Manchester United and Liverpool. His contract runs until 2030, but West Ham need to raise over £100 million this summer, according to the Guardian. Bowen told Sky Sports: “There’s going to be rumours… ultimately, what I see is getting this club back in the Premier League.”
Mateus Fernandes, a 21-year-old midfielder who joined West Ham for £38 million from Southampton, is reportedly a target for Arsenal and Manchester United. Dutch winger Crysencio Summerville, 24, ended the season with nine goal involvements and could be a backup option for Liverpool or United. The trio could help West Ham raise over £100 million.
Wolves midfielder Joao Gomes, 25, is on Manchester United’s radar as a potential Casemiro replacement. Previously valued at £43 million, relegation could lower his price, though reports suggest he is closing in on a move to Atletico Madrid. Andre, 24, was a Liverpool target and touted for United but recently signed a new four-year deal with Wolves. Mateus Mane, an 18-year-old breakout star, impressed with three goals and two assists in 27 league appearances, with a tentative £50 million price tag.
Burnley striker Wout Weghorst, 27, scored 11 goals in his first Premier League season and is valued at around £10 million by Transfermarkt. He could serve as a backup number nine for top sides.
