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West Ham’s Pursuit of Adama Traoré Reportedly Hits Wage Hurdle

Nuno Espírito Santo has targeted a reunion with the Fulham winger, with talk of an immediate January move still unconfirmed as salary terms are negotiated.

Overview

  • Yahoo Sports, citing the Telegraph, reports Traoré’s wage demands are currently blocking a deal, though a compromise has been suggested as possible.
  • Earlier reports via AS said West Ham were set to sign the 29-year-old immediately in January on a deal through summer 2028 for an undisclosed fee.
  • Nuno is understood to have specifically requested Traoré to add pace to West Ham’s attack during a relegation battle.
  • Fulham are described as open to a sale before the player’s contract expires at the end of the season, with Wolves previously linked.
  • Traoré’s profile includes productive spells under Nuno at Wolves and a current Fulham stint with 17 goal contributions in 75 appearances, according to prior reports.