West Ham Submit Formal Bid for Rangers Star Hamza Igamane
West Ham United have reportedly submitted a formal offer to sign promising Rangers forward Hamza Igamane, as the London club looks to strengthen its attacking options ahead of the new season.
Igamane, who joined Rangers recently and has yet to make a major impact at Ibrox, has already drawn attention from clubs south of the border due to his technical ability and attacking flair. The 21-year-old Moroccan striker is seen as a player with huge potential, and West Ham are keen to move early to secure his signature.
Sources close to the negotiations suggest that West Ham’s offer is formal and signals serious intent, although the exact fee being proposed has not been disclosed. Rangers, having only just acquired Igamane, are believed to be reluctant to part ways with the young attacker so soon, especially after investing in his development.
However, with West Ham now officially in the race, Rangers face a tough decision. The Premier League side are understood to be offering a package that could tempt the Scottish giants, particularly if it includes performance-based add-ons or a sell-on clause for future resale value.
Rangers manager Russell Martin, who is in the midst of reshaping his squad for the upcoming campaign, may not have expected to lose Igamane this early in his Rangers career. But the club may consider the financial aspects, especially if they feel adequately covered in the attacking department or can reinvest the funds to bolster other areas of the squad.
Igamaneโs rise in European football has been impressive, with his performances in youth and senior football catching the eye of scouts across the continent. While he has yet to establish himself as a first-team regular at Rangers, his raw talent and dynamic style have made him a player worth monitoring.
For West Ham, the move represents a continuation of their strategy to recruit emerging talent with high ceilings, and the club appears confident that Igamane can adapt quickly to the demands of Premier League football.
With both clubs now at the negotiating table, a swift resolution could be on the cards. Whether Rangers choose to cash in on the young star or hold firm remains to be seen, but the situation is certainly one to watch as the summer transfer window heats up.