West Ham in Negotiations to Sell Midfielder Who Requested Transfer

West Ham United are reportedly in discussions to sell midfielder Guido Rodriguez back to his former club Real Betis, just one season after signing him on a free transfer. According to sources, Rodriguez has privately expressed his desire to leave the London Stadium and return to Spain.

The Argentine midfielder joined West Ham last summer but has struggled to make an impact under both former manager Julen Lopetegui and current boss Graham Potter. Despite being described as a “top quality” player by some pundits, Rodriguez has failed to establish himself as a regular starter for the Hammers.

Real Betis are said to be keen on bringing Rodriguez back and have already initiated talks with West Ham. The London club have reportedly set an asking price of around £2.5 million for the 30-year-old.

This potential transfer comes as new manager Graham Potter looks to reshape the squad and implement a more entertaining style of play at West Ham. In a recent interview, Potter emphasized his desire to bring enjoyment to both players and fans while maintaining defensive stability.

As West Ham continue their fight against relegation, Potter faces the challenge of balancing squad harmony with on-field performance. The potential departure of Rodriguez could free up resources for the manager to bring in players better suited to his tactical vision for the team.

With the transfer window approaching, West Ham supporters will be eager to see how the squad evolves under Potter’s leadership as the club aims to secure its Premier League status and build for the future.