West Ham United rejected a €10 million bid from Lazio for defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka, according to a report from Claret & Hugh.
West Ham Rejects Lazio’s €10 Million Bid for Aaron Wan-Bissaka
Lazio attempted to secure Aaron Wan-Bissaka with a €10 million offer, but West Ham United dismissed the proposal as “insulting,” per Claret & Hugh. The club’s internal valuation of the 26-year-old defender stands at €20 million, creating a significant gap between the Italian side’s opening bid and the Hammers’ asking price.
Sources cited by Claret & Hugh indicate that the decision to move the player on was solidified after he failed to return to the club promptly following the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s World Cup qualification campaign.
Market Value vs. Club Valuation
There is a notable discrepancy between West Ham’s demands and independent market assessments. While the club wants €20 million, Transfermarkt currently values Wan-Bissaka at €15 million. This puts the club’s asking price above the current market estimate.
| Entity/Source | Valuation/Price | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Lazio (Bid) | €10 million | Rejected offer |
| Transfermarkt | €15 million | Current market value |
| West Ham United | €20 million | Club’s asking price |
| West Ham (Purchase) | €17.6 million | Fee paid to Manchester United (Aug 2024) |
Player Profile and Contract Status
Wan-Bissaka joined West Ham from Manchester United in August 2024 for a reported fee of €17.6 million. He is currently under a long-term contract that runs until 2031, giving West Ham significant leverage in any transfer negotiations. The defender has earned 16 caps for the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Premier League Interest and Future Outlook
Lazio isn’t the only club monitoring the defender. These clubs may provide the competitive bidding environment West Ham needs to reach their €20 million target.
Whether Lazio returns with an improved offer remains unclear. However, with a contract extending to 2031, West Ham is in no rush to sell at a discount, ensuring any departure will happen on the club’s financial terms.