West Ham United and Everton have begun discussions with representatives from Leeds United defenders Junior Furpo, poised to leave Elland Road at the end of the season, according to TBR Football.
Signed by Leeds in 2021 for £13 million from FC Barcelona, FIRPO has contributed to the club’s recent success and has helped win the championship title in an astonishing 100-point season.
Despite Leeds’ interest in keeping him at the 28-year-old, Firpo is keen to explore another opportunity with a club contract at the end of the season.
Premier League clubs interested in FIRPO
In addition to Everton and West Ham, Crystal Palace also shows interest in the Dominican Republic international.
Firpo’s appeal goes beyond the Premier League, with Italian and Spanish clubs showing interest.
In particular, his previous teams, FC Barcelona and Real Betis, are reportedly considering bringing him back, but AC Milan and Atletico Madrid are also monitoring his situation.
With Milan’s interest in signing him, they are likely to sell Theo Hernandez this summer, so they are looking to target the FIRPO move to replace the French.
West Ham United have a real interest in FIRPO
Firpo’s tenure in Leeds is characterized by resilience and commitment, and remains with the team through relegation and other challenges.
His contributions were crucial in Leeds’ return to the Premier League, but the defender is now looking to leave Elland Road for new challenges elsewhere.
After spending four years with the white man, Firpo is ready for the new adventures of his career, and he can take him to another Premier League club along with West Ham, who appears to be one of his most powerful options.
As long as other targets are concerned about the hammer, they are interested in the move of Winger O’Mari Hutchinson of Ipswichtown this summer.
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