West Ham United are exploring a move for OGC Nice forward Evann Guessand, according to the Daily Mail.

The 23-year-old striker, who impressed in Ligue 1 last season, has also drawn strong interest from Wolves following their recent £62.5 million sale of Matheus Cunha to Manchester United.

Guessand netted 13 goals for Nice as they secured a fourth-place finish and qualified for Europe. Though under contract until 2028, he’s reportedly valued at around £20 to £25 million.

Wolves in Pole Position, But West Ham Remain Active

Wolves may have the financial advantage after the Cunha deal and have already spent £23 million on Jorgen Strand Larsen. Meanwhile, West Ham’s ability to make big signings could depend on player sales this summer.

The Daily Mail reports that the club is open to offers for players like Mohammed Kudus and Niclas Fullkrug, with those departures potentially funding a move for a new forward. Michail Antonio, now out of contract after an injury-hit season, is expected to leave.

Potter’s Rebuild Begins to Take Shape

West Ham finished with just 43 points last season, and the lack of firepower up front remains a clear issue Graham Potter is keen to fix. Since replacing David Moyes mid-season, Potter has been working on reshaping the squad with more tactical flexibility and attacking threat.

Guessand is seen as a strong fit for that project thanks to his mobility and technical ability. While Wolves may be ready to act faster, West Ham are still in the picture and are expected to step up their interest once some outgoings are confirmed.