As per Claret & Hugh, there has now been a fresh update on West Ham United’s efforts to tie down midfielder Tomas Soucek to a bumper new contract.
The Lowdown: West Ham hold talks over Soucek…
The insider recently claimed that West Ham and GSB were set for discussions over fresh terms for the 26-year-old this week as David Moyes priorities tying down the club’s most crucial players.
This comes amid reports of the club also eyeing new deals for the likes of Jarrod Bowen and Declan Rice, but despite Soucek’s worrying form in parts over 2021/22, the Czech ace is still considered an important member of Moyes’ squad.
The Latest: Insider drops fresh update on Soucek…
According to Claret & Hugh, a fresh midweek update has come to light as West Ham and Moyes, who was present at the table, were unable to find an agreement with Soucek following a new round of negotiations.
However, a close source has explained that more talks are scheduled as both sides agree to keep discussions going.
The informant explained: “We have been unable to come to terms to day but we’ll continue talking towards and at the end of the season”.
The Verdict: Get it done…
The 2021 Hammer of the Year has been a revelation overall since signing from Slavia Prague in 2020, regardless of some sticky patches this season.
Soucek’s towering physical presence has been a real asset for Moyes both defensively and going forward, as he finished 2020/21 as West Ham’s joint-top Premier League scorer.
He also won an incredible 6.2 aerial duels per 90 on average in England’s top flight last term and it’s safe to say that, if Soucek rediscovers such form, he could come good again for the Irons.
Taking this into account, it’s little wonder that former Leeds goalkeeper Paddy Kenny has said that it would be a ‘massive statement’ for GSB and Moyes to secure the 26-year-old’s future at the London Stadium.
In other news: Insider: West Ham exit now on the cards for ‘extra threat’ who Moyes called ‘really important’, find out more here.
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