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west ham united FC Metz have made solid progress with their move to sign Alfa Toure in the summer transfer window.

The Premier League side had already set their sights on the defensive midfielder in the winter market.

In January, Sports Witness broadcast news West Ham’s initial offer of €7m. The source had reported the Hammers returning with an improved bid but this did not happen in the same window.

A month later, the Senegalese midfielder revealed that he was pleased by West Ham’s interest and talked about his dream of moving to England.

That time, He said: : “It’s always nice when clubs like West Ham or Besiktas show interest in me. It shows I still have to work hard. But I’m under contract with Metz and I’m very focused on my season. I leave it to my representatives. [my family] And the club,” Touré explained.

“I’m focused on the pitch. As long as I wear the Metz shirt, I give 100%… The Premier League is a very intense championship, with a lot of pace and impact. It’s a dream for many players. But one thing at a time.”

West Ham are in talks for Toure

Fast forward to May and game Cover the latest on West Ham’s interest in Senegal’s Alfa Toure.

The outlet has made it clear that it is their own update that Nuno Espirito Santo’s side have reached an agreement in principle with the 20-year-old.

He left Generation Foot for FC Metz in July 2024 and played 21 matches last season as the club achieved promotion to Ligue 1.

When compared to last season [1,042 minutes]The midfielder’s playing time improved this season. His league statistics are as follows:

• Appearances: 30
• Start: 16
• Total minutes: 1,611
• Minutes per game: 54

His performances have already attracted the attention of other clubs, including Anderlecht, but the London club remain in top form. West Ham are prepared to pay £6 million, after reaching an agreement in principle [€6.9m] To persuade the French Club.

The Hammers are making progress in their negotiations and have a ‘significant advantage’ over competitors. Unless there is a fresh setback or a last-minute twist, West Ham could finalize the operation this week.

Impact of demotion on West Ham move?

West Ham United suffered a 3-1 defeat to Newcastle United in the league on Sunday. The latest result means the Hammers are still in the relegation zone, two points behind 17th-placed Tottenham Hotspur, who have a game in hand.

There is no mention of what will happen to Alfa Toure if the Hammers are relegated from the Championship.

Touré’s contract runs until 2028, and transfer market Now estimate his value at €5m.

Tottenham Hotspur For Randall Kolo Muani it always looked like a temporary stopover. The latest claims from France suggest the striker has spent several months trying to avoid living there permanently.

The France international arrived in north London on loan from Paris Saint-Germain without a purchase option.

As we have been following recentlyLiverpool have been repeatedly linked with him in transfer speculation. Mostly due to uncertainty regarding their offensive plans for the summer.

still, juventus Quietly remains the most likely destination for some time.

Turin is the most likely destination

now french outlet 10 sports Now explain that the Italian club already has an “agreement in principle” with Colo Muani regarding his return to Turin.

The forward spent the 2024-25 season there before joining Tottenham, and Juventus are now pushing to sign him on a permanent deal rather than another loan.

As we covered earlierKolo Muani’s camp had no interest in another temporary move this summer. The player’s representatives wanted clarity and stability after consecutive short-term solutions away from PSG.

It looks like they might get exactly that.

The move to Juventus has been in the making for months

While Tottenham gave Kolo Muani another route back to a major European league, there has long been a feeling that it was never designed as a long-term project.

The 27-year-old is still under contract with PSG until 2028, but he is already trying to plan his next move. There was concern on his part that he would be stuck in another uncertain situation late on, especially if Tottenham chose against pursuing a permanent deal.

Meanwhile, Juventus appear to have maintained the lead working in background.

Le 10 Sport say the Serie A team is ready to bring him back, regardless of whether they qualify for the Champions League or not. This shows that both the club and the player are confident in the direction of this move.

The report also mentions Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson in relation to Juventus’ interest, As we covered earlier todayHowever at this stage the focus on Kolo Muani is much more advanced.

what happens next

Randal Kolo Muani is yet to formally return to PSG after his Tottenham loan expires. However, the direction of travel now seems to be becoming more clear.

Liverpool could continue to appear in transfer rumors for the striker, especially with expected movement in their attacking department this summer. Still, Juventus put themselves at the front of the queue months ago.

More importantly, the Frenchman’s camp wanted to avoid another loan saga during the summer.

If the latest claims are accurate, they are now very close to achieving their preferred outcome.

Brighton & Hove Albion want to bring 1. FC Koln’s Said El Mala to the Premier League in the summer.

Brighton showed serious interest in the winger last summer, but the Bundesliga side did not entertain him.

The German club signed the 19-year-old from Victoria Köln in June 2024 and immediately sent him back on loan.

He arrived at FC Köln last summer and has enjoyed good performances so far this season. El Mala has scored nine goals and provided three assists in 26 matches in his first season in the top flight.

The Germany U21 international has an XG of 7.10 and They have created four big chances so far in the Bundesliga while missing 12 chances.

He averages 0.8 shots on goal and makes 0.4 key passes per game in the league. It is no surprise that the young player’s rise has attracted the attention of Brighton and a number of other clubs.

brighton is not leaving el rosary

Last month, Sports Witness broadcast news FC Köln from Germany rejected a written offer from the Seagulls in the winter market.

image Now Point repeats this and adds that Fabian Herzeler was offered a deal worth up to €30m in January. Despite the rejection, he has no plans to give up and continues pursuing the player.

Brighton now want to ‘finalise the deal quickly’ and re-establish contact with the German club. They are prepared to increase their offer to €35m plus bonuses.

El Mala recently parted ways with his agent and is now managed by his parents. The delegates agreed in principle to the terms proposed by Brighton. It is now necessary for both clubs to agree terms and the Seagulls want to conclude this as soon as possible.

The Premier League team is the only club that has shown interest in his brother Malek, who represents FC Köln U21. This should give them a clear edge over other contenders like Chelsea and Newcastle United in the transfer race.

Last week, FC Köln appointed former West Ham United director Tim Steadten for squad planning. Now he has joined director Thomas Kessler in deciding the future of El Mala.

A quick agreement allows El Mala to focus solely on the pitch until the end of this season.

€35m could be profitable for Brighton

Last summer, the attacker signed an extension until 2030, without playing a single match for his club.

His impressive performances have had a direct impact on his value, which has increased as the season has progressed.

transfer market El Mala was valued at €3 million in June 2025, €18 million in October and €40 million this month. It is likely to increase further.

If Brighton were to complete a deal for a €35 million plus bonus, it could become one of the bargain deals of the summer.