West Ham United are reportedly considering a January swoop for Hakim Ziyech, with the Moroccan playmaker potentially available on a free transfer if he can terminate his contract with Galatasaray. Ziyech has endured a difficult season in Turkey, seeing limited game time, which has fueled speculation about an imminent departure.
The 31-year-old, formerly of Chelsea, could provide the Hammers with a cost-effective option to bolster their attack. His Premier League experience makes him an attractive short-term solution for West Ham, who are keen to enhance their creative options. The club’s interest in Ziyech coincides with their pursuit of other targets, including Manchester City’s James McAtee and Chelsea’s Carney Chukwuemeka. However, financial constraints could complicate deals for the latter two.
Galatasaray reportedly hold an option to extend Ziyech’s contract but are unlikely to activate it, leaving termination or a summer exit as the most probable outcomes. For West Ham, securing Ziyech in January on a free transfer could prove to be a shrewd move, provided the Moroccan international can regain his best form in familiar Premier League surroundings.