West Ham United is actively pursuing Stade de Reims midfielder Mory Gbane as part of a squad rebuild following relegation to the Championship, according to a report by FootMercato on July 10, 2026.
The English club faces competition from Scottish side Celtic and Turkish club Trabzonspor for the 25-year-old Ivory Coast international.
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Gbane recently completed a season in Ligue 2 after Reims dropped from the top flight in 2025.
The French club is open to selling the player to balance their operations.
Financial Hurdles
The transfer remains conditional on whether suitors can meet Reims' financial expectations. FootMercato reported that the team requires a “substantial offer” before allowing Gbane to depart.
West Ham's pursuit comes amid significant roster changes at the London Stadium.
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Midfielder Mateus Fernandes departed for Tottenham Hotspur in an £85 million deal, while Edson Alvarez is expected to join 1.
FC Koln on loan after a temporary stint at Fenerbahce.
The French outlet highlighted Gbane's attributes, noting his “physical presence” suits the competitive nature of the English second tier.
He is also recognized for his defensive contributions and a penchant for a “crunching tackle” during recent campaigns.
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Scouting reports credit the player with maintaining “technical cleanliness” when managing the game's tempo and “composure in distributing the ball,” drawing attention from multiple European clubs looking to strengthen midfield depth this summer.
