Report: West Ham can seal Idrissa Gueye signing for £13m as sale terms finalised for ‘diamond’.

West Ham Can Seal Idrissa Gueye Signing for £13m as Sale Terms Finalised for ‘Diamond’

West Ham United are reportedly on the verge of completing the £13 million signing of Idrissa Gana Gueye from Everton, with terms of the deal now finalised. The experienced Senegalese midfielder is set to join the Hammers in a move that could bolster their midfield options ahead of the 2025/26 Premier League campaign.

Gueye, 35, has been described by insiders as a “diamond” due to his consistency, work ethic, and leadership on and off the pitch. His contract with Everton was due to expire next summer, and the Merseyside club have agreed to cash in now rather than risk losing him on a free transfer in 2026.

The deal represents a savvy piece of business for West Ham, who are looking to add steel and experience to their midfield under manager Julen Lopetegui. Gueye’s reputation as a tireless ball-winner and intelligent reader of the game fits perfectly with Lopetegui’s tactical demands. With over 100 appearances for Everton in his second stint, plus previous spells at Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa, Gueye brings a wealth of top-flight and European experience.

Sources close to the club believe Gueye’s arrival will also provide vital mentorship for younger players such as Edson Álvarez and George Earthy, who are seen as