Footmercato: Milan eyeing repeat business with West Ham – versatile Frenchman eyed

AC Milan are one of the teams that have been credited with interest in signing Soungoutou Magassa from West Ham United.

Milan have already done business with West Ham in the current winter window, having signed striker Niclas Füllkrug on an initial loan deal with an option to buy. He has been impressive so far, also scoring the winner in Sunday night’s game against Lecce after coming off the bench.

Another Hammer of interest

According to what is being reported by Footmercato, Galatasaray have recently expressed concrete interest in Soungoutou Magassa, the versatile West Ham man who can play in central midfield or at centre-back.

The Turkish club would prefer a loan deal with an option to buy, allowing them to assess the player in the Süper Lig before exercising the clause should they do well this season.

However, the report adds: “It should also be noted that AC Milan and Juventus have made inquiries about the player’s situation.” This suggests that a move to Italy is possible for the 22-year-old.

Magassa joined West Ham last summer from AS Monaco for around €17m (plus bonuses) and has gradually integrated into the Premier League, albeit with his new club struggling.

He has made appearances for France’s youth teams too, so is clearly highly thought of. This season, Magassa has played 14 Premier League matches, scoring one goal.