West Ham United set sights on Pedro Gonçalves transfer

West Ham United are gearing up to rival Aston Villa for Sporting CP’s star forward Pedro Goncalves. After Goncalves’ standout season with 18 goals and 17 assists, it’s easy to see why Premier League clubs are keen.

The 26-year-old Portuguese international has been a pivotal figure at Sporting, and his €80 million release clause has kept him in Lisbon so far. However, with Ruben Amorim now at Manchester United, Goncalves could be more open to a move to England.

Aston Villa, under Unai Emery, are especially keen, looking to add depth and quality in attack. They’ve been long-term admirers and seem poised to make a formal offer soon.

Meanwhile, West Ham are intrigued, seeing Goncalves as a solution to strengthen their left wing, and they even scouted him during Sporting’s recent Champions League clash with Manchester City.

With Villa pressing ahead with preparations to sign him, West Ham must act quickly if they are to mount a serious challenge for Goncalves’ signature.