West Ham keen on signing Simon Adingra this summer

West Ham keen on signing Simon Adingra this summerFollowing a disappointing Premier League campaign that ended in relegation, West Ham United are moving quickly to reshape their squad for an immediate return to the top flight. In a major statement of intent, the Hammers have launched an ambitious move to sign Sunderland winger Simon Adingra. Despite preparing for life in the Championship under Nuno Espirito Santo, West Ham are targeting the 24-year-old to add pace and creativity to their flanks as they prepare for the likely departure of Crysencio Summerville from the London Stadium.

>Adingra, who joined Sunderland in July 2025 from Brighton & Hove Albion before spending the latter half of the season on loan at AS Monaco, has proven himself on both domestic and international stages. The winger recently represented the Ivory Coast at the 2026 FIFA World Cup and is widely celebrated for his heroics at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, where he was named Best Young Player and Man of the Match in the final. A product of the Right to Dream Academy, his dribbling and versatility across both wings make him an ideal marquee signing to unlock stubborn lower-league defences.

>Securing Adingra’s signature will not be straightforward, with several clubs keen on his services. Monaco are looking to arrange another loan deal with Sunderland, while AS Roma and RB Leipzig are also monitoring the situation, alongside Premier League newcomers Ipswich Town and Hull City. However, West Ham have already held talks with the player’s representatives to signal their intent. They also have Dwight McNeil and Amario Cozier-Duberry on their radar as they continue their search for wide reinforcements.