The race to sign England international midfielder Angel Gomes, set to become a free agent from Lille, has attracted interest from various Premier League clubs. Despite a personal effort by West Ham manager Graham Potter, Gomes has declined their offer and is considering other options, including reported interest from Fulham, Crystal Palace, and Tottenham Hotspur. Gomes' decision may have been influenced by West Ham's current struggles and the attractiveness of other clubs performing well in the league.
Gomes' refusal to join West Ham comes after Potter's direct phone call to convince him, as the midfielder explores potential moves following his impressive season at Lille. With clubs like Fulham and Palace also in the running, Gomes' future remains uncertain as Manchester United, his boyhood club, shows limited interest in re-signing him. Meanwhile, West Ham is looking towards a possible squad overhaul in the upcoming transfer window, with Ligue 1 striker Jonathan David among their attacking targets.