Overview
- Ake has rejected a January approach from relegation-threatened West Ham, with reporting indicating he does not want to enter a survival fight.
- Manchester City are open to a January exit and have placed a valuation of roughly £21 million on the 30-year-old.
- Spanish reports say Barcelona are pursuing a move and that Ake is open to a loan, though City prefer a permanent transfer, creating a key obstacle.
- Bournemouth, Newcastle United and Crystal Palace are among the Premier League clubs monitoring his situation.
- Reduced minutes this season, including limited league starts and cup appearances, plus a warning from Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman, have increased pressure for a move despite a contract running to 2027.