Sources: West Ham in talks to sign new Declan Rice replacement after Dortmund negotiations collapse

Ajax star Edson Alvarez has emerged as the top target to replace Declan Rice at West Ham, sources have told Football Insider.

It is believed talks are ongoing with Alvarez’s representatives – who have indicated the 25-year-old would be interested in a Premier League move.

The swoop for Alvarez comes after his potential move to Dortmund hit the rocks with talks collapsing at an advanced stage.

West Ham turned their attention to the Mexico international after being priced out of a move for Fulham star Joao Palhinha.

Football Insider revealed earlier this week (18 July) that the Cottagers have warned the Irons about about making another move for Palhinha after rejecting their opening £45million bid.

David Moyes’ side are seeking a box-office replacement for captain Declan Rice, whose British-record move to Arsenal was made official last week.

Alvarez made 44 appearances across all competitions last term for Ajax, notching four goals and three assists.

He has proved a versatile option for the Dutch giants, playing both in holding midfield and at centre-back.

The 25-year-old has racked up 260 career appearances for Ajax and Club America and could now land a move to the Premier League.

He has also already amassed 69 caps for Mexico and has played for his country at two World Cups.

Alvarez’s contract is set to expire in June 2025 after penning his last extension in October 2021.

West Ham will play Europa League football in the 2023-24 campaign after winning the Europa Conference League last term.

The Irons kick off their Premier League campaign on 12 August with an away clash at Bournemouth.

West Ham United are interested in signing the German international defender Jonathan Tah.

According to a report from football transfers, West Ham United could make their move for the 27-year-old defender in the coming weeks. Apparently, the player is keen on a move to the Premier League and it remains to be seen whether the Hammers can get the deal done.

Tah has been a reliable defender in the Bundesliga over the years and he has the quality to thrive in the Premier League as well.

The German international has the technical attributes and physicality to do well in English football and he could be a key player for West Ham next season.

The 27-year-old is at the peak of his powers and he will look to prove himself at the highest level.

A move to the Premier League will be an attractive option for the defender and West Ham could provide him with the platform to showcase his qualities in European football as well.

West Ham have secured qualification to the Europa League and they need a better squad in order to do well across multiple competitions.

The defence is in need of strengthening and David Moyes must look to sign a quality central defender this summer.

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defender has done well in the Bundesliga and he will look to take the next step in his career now. It will be interesting to see if West Ham can agree on a deal with the German club in the coming weeks.

The Hammers recently sanctioned the departure of Declan Rice for a British transfer record fee to Arsenal and they have considerable resources to spend in the transfer market. They are expected to strengthen the squad significantly and they should be able able to afford the German international defender as well.

It will be interesting to see how the situation develops over the next few weeks and whether the Hammers are prepared to lodge an official bid to sign the 27-year-old defender.