West Ham face problem as Aston Villa move to sign 23-year-old for just £12m in the summer transfer window

Aston Villa is going to be a major obstacle for West Ham United in the summer transfer window, so we are in for a battle.

Working closely with Tim Steidten and David Sullivan, of course, Julen Lopetegui oversaw some quite amazing business at West Ham during the summer transfer window.

Remarkably, Lopetegui acknowledged only a few days ago that the Hammers still have unfinished business for the summer, since two excellent players are needed at every position.

That is an extremely thrilling concept, I must say. As a West Ham supporter, this transfer window has been the best thus far since their inception.

The Hammers team that Lopetegui took over from David Moyes six weeks ago is completely different from the one that exists now.

Although it is anticipated to improve even more over the next two weeks, a report has emerged pointing to a potentially serious issue for Lopetegui and co.

Villa wants to sign the 23-year-old during the summer transfer window, but West Ham blows

At the London Stadium, Lopetegui has already had a fantastic summer transfer window.

Over the last six weeks or so, eight new acquisitions have had an impact, and West Ham supporters are more eager for the new season than they have been in decades.

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