West Ham United Want To Sign This Moroccan Striker: Will A Move Be Feasible? | OneFootball

West Ham United are looking into the transfer market for a possible option for strikers and centre-forwards in their team. Fichajes has reported that Youssef En-Nesyri, the 27-year-old striker of Fenerbahce, has attracted the interest of the Hammers and they are looking at ways to sign the Moroccan in the transfer window.

West Ham United want Youssef En-Nesyri

He has been one of the well known strikers in the last 10 years. He rose to prominence during his spell at Sevilla and also performed well for Morocco in the FIFA World Cup 2022. Now, he has displayed his top performances in the attack for Fenerbahce as well and has become one of the most integral members of the team.

West Ham United were also interested in him last summer and now they have retained their interest. Evan Ferguson, who is on loan at the club, will return to Brighton & Hove Albion at the end of the season. On the other hand, Niclas Fullkrug has not made his presence known since making the move from Borussia Dortmund.

ISTANBUL, TURKEY – FEBRUARY 16: Youssef En Nesyri of Fenerbahce celebrates after scoring his team’s first goal during the Turkish Super League match between Fenerbahce and Kasimpasa at Ulker Sukru Saracoglu Stadium on February 16, 2025 in Istanbul, Turkey. (Photo by Ahmad Mora/Getty Images)

Hence, the Hammers are looking at En-Nesyri as the one to strengthen their attack. He is a towering force with a striker’s instinct. The Moroccan’s aerial dominance is unmatched, frequently outjumping defenders to score with powerful headers, which is a hallmark of his game.

His physicality allows him to hold up play, linking with teammates effectively. En-Nesyri’s pace and sharp movement off the ball exploit gaps, making him a constant threat in behind. His finishing, particularly with his right foot, is clinical inside the box, though he’s less prolific from distance. With tenacity in duels and a knack for poaching goals, he’s a classic No. 9 thriving in high-pressure moments. Therefore, a player of such quality will definitely be a welcome addition for West Ham United.

Will the move be feasible?

En Nesyri has scored 16 goals in 24 matches so far in the Süper Lig 2024/2025 season. Overall, his goals scored per 90 minutes are 1. Moreover, Youssef Nesyri’s total G/A (goals + assists) is 19 for this season. His goal involvement equates to 1.19 per 90 minutes. His non-penalty xG per 90 minutes is 1.05. This puts Youssef En Nesyri’s npxG output at 15.75

Looking into his passing aspect of the game, En Nesyri passes the ball roughly 14.71 times during a game with a pass completion rate of 73.30%. He also plays 0.93 key passes each game. Overall, En Nesyri’s xA (expected assists) output is 0.17 per 90 minutes. The stats demonstrate that he has been in very good form in the ongoing seasons as well.

The player would definitely dream of playing in the Premier League in the prime of his career if West Ham came calling, but Fenerbahce are not ready to let their most important player leave in the summer transfer window. So, a move might not be feasible for the Hammers this summer.