West Ham are interested in pursuing a loan-to-buy deal for Chelsea midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, according to club insider @ExWHUEmployee.
The club sees this as a preferred route as they explore creative ways to bolster the squad this summer while managing financial risk.
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall Transfer Back on West Ham’s Radar
Claret and Hugh report that West Ham’s interest in Dewsbury-Hall isn’t new.
The midfielder was identified as a target during Julen Lopetegui’s brief tenure, and that interest has now resurfaced under Graham Potter. The 26-year-old made a £30 million move from Leicester to Chelsea last summer and is believed to be admired by Potter, who sees his qualities fitting well into West Ham’s long-term squad plans.
Loan-to-Buy Approach Matches Hammers’ Transfer Strategy
West Ham are keen on a loan arrangement with a purchase option, a structure that has become a hallmark of recent windows. It allows the club the chance to evaluate players before committing to larger fees, offering flexibility in navigating the market.
A loan-to-buy deal also reflects the club’s cautious financial planning, a strategy that has been especially important in managing spending while still reinforcing key areas.
Chelsea’s Position Yet to Be Defined
Chelsea’s willingness to engage in a loan deal remains uncertain. Despite signing Dewsbury-Hall only last summer, the Blues may prefer a permanent sale or a more financially lucrative offer.
However, Claret and Hugh previously reported that Dewsbury-Hall had been mentioned in possible part-exchange talks involving Mohammed Kudus, signaling potential openness to negotiation.
Timing Raises Eyebrows but Deal Still on the Table
Questions have been raised over the timing of West Ham’s revived interest. “If West Ham were truly determined to sign the player, they could have done it back in June,” Claret and Hugh noted.
Even so, @ExWHUEmployee insists that the club remains seriously interested and that a loan-to-buy deal is very much in play. How Chelsea responds to that proposition could shape how this potential move unfolds over the coming weeks.
