French media Footmercato reporter Santi Aouna recently reported that Atletico Madrid (Atletico Madrid) has officially joined the competition for West Ham United defender Agder. The Moroccan defender's transfer prospects have become increasingly uncertain this summer, attracting the attention of several European clubs.
According to reports, Ageld's future at West Ham United has become uncertain and he is eager to take on a new challenge in the new season. Atletico Madrid are eyeing his potential and strength, and want to bring him into the team on a loan plus an option to buy out. However, the offer was not received positively by West Ham United, who preferred to let the player go completely through a direct transfer or a deal with a mandatory buyout clause.
West Ham United have clear expectations of a transfer fee for Ageld, and they are looking to recoup around €20 million from the deal. That price tag could be a no-brainer for Atletico, but given the team's needs at center back, they may choose to invest more to bring in the powerful defender.
Ageld has shown some ups and downs in the Premier League since his move from Rennes to West Ham United two years ago last season, although he has shown a lot of strength in the Premier League. Nonetheless, he remains a highly-regarded young defender whose excellent physical and defensive qualities have made him a sought-after prospect by many European clubs.
Apart from Atletico Madrid, there are other clubs who are also keeping a close eye on the transfer of Agder. However, it is certain that Lille, who have been mentioned in the media recently, are not in the running, as the player's salary is much higher than Lille can afford, and Agder himself has other, more desirable targets.
As the transfer market continues to heat up, it remains an open question as to where Ageld's future will fall. But what is certain is that this transfer battle around him will continue for some time and attract more attention from fans and media.
