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TOP STORY: Phillips closes in on West Ham move
West Ham United and Manchester City are in negotiations regarding a loan deal for midfielder Kalvin Phillips, reports Sky Sports Deutschland’s Florian Plettenberg.
Whilst several clubs in Europe have been linked to the midfielder, it is reported that West Ham are leading the race. Juventus have previously been reported to have shown an interest in Phillips, whilst Newcastle United and Crystal Palace have also been heavily linked. Despite this, the report suggests that Phillips is receptive to a move to the Hammers, with all parties working on reaching an agreement.
West Ham manager David Moyes is keen to add to his midfield options in January, with his side currently sixth in the Premier League and also through to the knockout stages of the Europa League, highlighting the need for further depth to maintain their push in both competitions.
Meanwhile, Phillips is reportedly desperate for first-team football, in order to force himself into Gareth Southgate’s England side, ahead of the European Championships this summer.
Phillips has seen his career stall at Manchester City, following his £45 million move from Leeds United in 2022. The 28-year-old has failed to start a single Premier League game this season, with City understood to be open to offloading the midfielder. However, the price-tag and wages indicate that a loan move away from the Etihad looks like Phillips’ most feasible option.
