Ex-West Ham scout: Unlikely Hammers star could be in-demand after display vs Man City

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(Credit: Imago) Mads Hermansen: Ex-West Ham scout details transfer plan for goalkeeper after shining vs Man City Mon 16 March 2026 16:45, UK West Ham United will not entertain offers for Mads Hermansen in the summer transfer window despite a growing feeling they could be forced to sell.The 25-year-old goalkeeper played a key role as West Ham drew 1-1 with Man City last time out and has no established himself as Nuno Espirito Santo’s firm first choice.He had attracted interest from a number of Championship clubs during the mid-season window, but opted to stay and fight for his place at the London Stadium.Former West Ham scout Mick Brown told Football Insider that despite the Hammers’ financial situation, they are keen to hang on to their important players.Having proved himself as their number one in recent weeks, Hermansen is seen as the long-term keeper option, despite what is expected to be a busy transfer window for West Ham.Mads Hermansen has become an important player for West Ham. (Credit Imago) 🔄West Ham United Transfer Update🔄 Breaking news on signings, departures, and contract news from the West Ham United boardroom.

VISIT THE WEST HAM TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES West Ham plan to block moves for Mads HermansenFootball Insider reported in January that West Ham could let Hermansen leave as they opted to pursue a new goalkeeper signing, but eventually missed out.However, his performance against West Ham proved how valuable he can be when on form, as the Hammers look to push from strength to strength in their fight for survival.“A lot of teams are going to be keeping an eye on West Ham,” Brown told Football Insider.“It’s the same with any team in a relegation battle, especially if they go down, there are going to be clubs looking to take their best players away.“A lot of it is dictated by the players and their agents as well, but in West Ham’s position, there’s a lot of talk because of their financial situation.“But there are players who they should be making a real effort to keep at the club.“Obviously there’s the likes of Bowen which goes without saying really, but even players like Hermansen who have become important for them recently.“His performance against Man City showed what he can offer to the team and it’s so important to have stability in goal, that’s something West Ham have lacked.“So they’d like to keep hold of him even if there is interest.”Which players could West Ham be forced to sell?The Hammers have reported £104million worth of losses in the last year and will likely be forced to sell players in an attempt to balance the books.This comes as they remain in the Premier League relegation zone, although they are hopeful of survival with just goal difference separating them from Nottingham Forest.However, regardless of whether they are relegated, they will likely be forced to sell players in an attempt to raise money from their sales to balance the books.Credit: ImagoFormer Everton CEO Keith Wyness told Football Insider on 6 March that West Ham face a mass player exodus as they have no choice but to cash in on their assets.The likes of Crysencio Summerville, Mateus Fernandes and Jarrod Bowen have all been linked with moves as some of the club’s most high-profile players. ⚒️ Don’t Miss a Beat: Your West Ham Insider Access Get the full story from the London Stadium and Rush Green with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from East London.