Transfer speculation continues to mount as Nathan Ake has been linked in recent days with a move to West Ham. The defender, currently playing for Manchester City , could add a new dimension to the squad if the rumoured interest turns into an official approach before the end of the transfer window. West Ham remain optimistic, but the deal is not without hurdles. Tottenham, Newcastle and Everton continue to monitor developments and could yet re-enter the race if negotiations stall or valuation gaps remain unresolved. This season (25/26) West Ham have shipped 16 goals in 7 matches - 2.29 a game, which is well above the Premier League average. Nathan Ake would be expected to come in and help tighten things up at the back. Alongside this, Manchester City are said to be exploring Senne Lammens, Ademola Lookman and Josh Acheampong with West Ham likewise connected to Mehdi Taremi, Junior Mwanga and Romano Schmid. Looking for West Ham transfer rumours? Follow us on Twitter @PlayerSwitchCom for more rumours just like this.