west ham united And celtic Stade de Reims are interested in signing Mory Gben. The London club and Martin O'Neill's team could compete for his signature this summer.
The defensive midfielder joined the Ligue 2 team from Gil Vicente in February 2025. He made 30 appearances last season and also captained his team regularly since February.
This shows the impact the 25-year-old has had at the Stade de Reims. It would also have seen him attract interest from West Ham and Celtic.
West Ham and Celtic face threat from Türkiye
foot market There are now claims that the Ivory Coast international's technical skills have attracted the attention of European clubs.
West Ham United, Celtic and Trabzonspor are his supporters and these clubs have shown 'concrete interest'.
The trio are 'ready to make a move' to sign Mori Gben.
The Ivorian is likely to change clubs this summer. Fortunately for the Hammers, Celtic and others, Stade de Reims is 'not opposed' to his sale, as long as there is a sufficient offer.
Futs Mercato made no mention of the French club's demand or the fees that West Ham and Celtic could offer.
The player and the club need to explain
Mori Gaben has three years left on his contract, and transfer market He is valued at €4m. This is the highest value of his career.
Stade de Reims have sold five players for more than €20m in the last three years. Their club-record €28.5m comes from the sale of Hugo Akitié to Paris Saint-Germain in 2023. Last month, they sold goalkeeper Ewen Jouane to Newcastle United for €21.5m.
This could be a sign that it will not be cheap for West Ham United and Celtic to sign Gben.
Fut Mercato does not mention the player's priority between these clubs, who also have to convince him to win the transfer race.
Martin O'Neill's side and Trabzonspor have secured places in the Champions League and Europa League qualifiers respectively. The Hammers will be playing in the Championship next season, and whether this will hurt their chances is unclear.
West Ham FC are also keen on Metz's Alfa Toure, who want to join them in this summer.
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- Sports Witness (@Sport_Witness) 8 July 2026
