Julien Laurens reports that West Ham are in advanced talks to sign Bayer Leverkusen's Amine Adli, with a deal worth £23m being discussed. The Moroccan is eager to move to the Premier League.
West Ham United are pushing ahead with a move for Amine Adli, as they seek to replace Mohammed Kudus following his £55m move to Tottenham.
According to Julien Laurens, the Bayer Leverkusen winger is keen on a Premier League switch, and talks are progressing with both West Ham and Wolves interested in the Moroccan international.
Why West Ham Want Amine Adli
The departure of Kudus has left a creative vacuum in the Hammers’ midfield. With Lucas Paquetá also expected to leave, Adli could arrive as Graham Potter’s first-choice attacking outlet behind Jarrod Bowen.
Though injuries disrupted his 2024/25 campaign, the 25-year-old has shown he can deliver at the top level, playing a key role in Leverkusen’s 2023/24 unbeaten run under Xabi Alonso.
“Adli is technically gifted, two-footed, and thrives in high-tempo systems. He could slot straight into Potter’s fluid attack.” — Analyst, Football Place
Amine Adli – Last Two Seasons at Leverkusen
| Stat | 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|---|
| Appearances | 42 | 28 |
| Goals | 10 | 2 |
| Assists | 12 | 2 |
| Goal Contributions | 22 | 4 |
Analyst Verdict: Adli the Right Fit?
If West Ham can get Amine Adli back to his 2023/24 levels, this could be one of the bargains of the window at £23m. He combines pace, flair, and decision-making in the final third — qualities sorely missed in the Hammers' midfield last term.
Wolves are circling, but Adli wants Premier League football and guaranteed minutes. With Kudus gone and Paquetá’s exit likely, the London Stadium may offer exactly that.
Key Takeaways
- West Ham in talks with Bayer Leverkusen over £23m deal
- Amine Adli eager to move to Premier League after 4 years in Germany
- Injuries limited Adli to just 4 goal contributions in 2024/25
- Creative replacement for Mohammed Kudus after Spurs switch
- Competition from Wolves, but Hammers leading the race
What’s Next?
West Ham must now finalise the structure of their offer — and move quickly before Wolves step in. Adli’s desire to play in England may tip the scales, but Leverkusen want the deal wrapped up before mid-August.
Should West Ham go all-in on Adli — or hold out for a more proven creator?
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