West Ham have offered to sign the World Cup striker who rejected Bournemouth
West Ham have been offered the chance to sign former FC Lorient striker Bamba Dieng as a free agent, and it could be interesting.
Dieng would represent a calculated gamble for West Ham, but the appeal is easy to understand.
The Senegalese is available for a free transfer, has experience at major tournaments and is coming off a productive season in France.
Dieng scored 10 goals in 22 Ligue 1 appearances for Lorient in 25/26, taking his tally to 16 in all competitions.
At 26 years old, he is also entering his prime.
Dieng helped Senegal win the Africa Cup of Nations in 2022, scoring a goal against Cape Verde. He later found the net against Qatar at the 2022 World Cup and returned to the tournament in 2026, playing seven minutes against France while sitting on the bench for Senegal’s other matches.
He has also produced some impressive moments at club level.
Dieng’s header for Marseille against Strasbourg was voted Ligue 1’s Goal of the Season for 2021/22, and for West Ham, Dieng will provide pace, movement and direct threat behind the defence.
He can lead the line or work alongside another forward, giving Nuno Espírito Santo another option.
It could be risky because his goalscoring record has not always been consistent, but a free transfer could be a smart business if Nuno believes his best qualities can be unlocked in England.
West Ham have offered wanted Bamba Dieng who was rejected by Bournemouth
Graeme Bailey of TEAMtalk reports that Dieng has been offered to West Ham after leaving Lorient at the end of his contract.
According to the source, the striker’s representatives are looking at opportunities in Britain as he looks for the next stage of his career.
Bournemouth also reportedly came early, but Dieng was unsure as he believed he would be used more as a club player.
That decision suggests that regular football will play a big role in his choice. Dieng has also been offered to Middlesbrough, while TEAMtalk claims Wrexham and Hull City have made the strongest moves so far.
Wrexham are said to have launched what would be the biggest signing in their history. Hull have also tabled an attractive offer as they look for more firemen, but Dieng is not committed to any Championship club.
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West Ham’s position is still unclear. The signing of the player does not mean that the Hammers have opened negotiations, and the report does not mean that a deal is imminent.
The opportunity is available if Nuno and the club’s recruitment team decide that Dieng fits their plans.
There is also competition beyond England. Al-Shabab and Amedspor have reportedly shown interest, while Valencia, Real Betis, Sevilla and Nice are monitoring his situation.
It has been said that this race is also described as very open, and Nsimbi can still jump.
