West Ham United are stepping up their pursuit of Liverpool midfielder Tyler Morton, with talks progressing over a potential £16 million deal.

According to Claret & Hugh, the Hammers are looking to move quickly, as Liverpool aim to raise funds to help finance a move for Newcastle striker Alexander Isak.

Morton, who impressed during his England U21 appearances, is seen as a strong fit for Potters midfield revamp. At 21, he brings technical control and deep-lying playmaking ability… qualities Potter is thought to value highly. With Liverpool ready to sell, West Ham are pushing to get the deal done before rival interest develops further.

Morton Talks Advance as Hammers Prioritise Midfield Reinforcements

The 21-year-old is reportedly available for around £15–16 million, and multiple outlets including Yahoo Sports say that West Ham have moved swiftly ahead of the pack.

Morton struggled with injuries last season but is still highly rated at Anfield. Liverpool are now open to a sale as they shift focus to their own recruitment drive. For West Ham, this is a chance to secure a long-term midfield solution at a reasonable fee.

With a summer rebuild underway and several first-team exits expected, Morton stands out as one of Potter’s preferred options to reshape the center of the park.

Elliott Interest Ongoing but Player Yet to Be Convinced

While Morton appears gettable, West Ham’s pursuit of Harvey Elliott looks far trickier. The Hammers are understood to be hopeful of negotiating Liverpool’s £40 million asking price down, but the real challenge lies in convincing Elliott to make the switch to East London.

The 22-year-old is believed to prefer joining a club competing in Europe, something West Ham currently can’t offer. That puts Potter and the recruitment team in a tricky spot as they continue talks behind the scenes.

Despite the hurdles, Elliott remains of interest as part of the wider rebuild, and West Ham are expected to continue monitoring the situation in case circumstances change.

Potter Eyes Youthful Core in Rebuild Strategy

Both Morton and Elliott appeared at this summer’s UEFA European Under-21 Championship and are part of a list of young English talents West Ham hope to build around.

Yahoo Sports reports that talks will intensify in the coming days, with the club planning significant changes in midfield. Depending on additional outgoings—including the possible sale of Nayef Aguerd—West Ham could have flexibility to invest in multiple targets.

The clear message from the Irons is that homegrown quality and technical security are at the heart of Potter’s vision for the 2024/25 campaign.