Insider: West Ham plan to accept new offer for 26-yr-old after Nuno bust-up
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(Credit: Imago) Tue 2 June 2026 12:00, UK Jean-Clair Todibo will be allowed to leave West Ham United at a significantly discounted rate this summer after refusing to play for the club.The 26-year-old was left out of the Hammers’ squad that beat Leeds 3-0 on the final day of the season after telling Nuno Espirito Santo he would never play for him again.Following their relegation from the Premier League, West Ham are hoping to cash in on fringe players, at the centre-back could be one of the first out of the door.Former West Ham scout Mick Brown told Football Insider that Nuno must clear his squad of any unhappy players before they return for pre-season training.It looks set to be a busy transfer window for West Ham, with major outgoings expected, and they will need to be replaced by new additions to strengthen the squad. 🔄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 Why do West Ham want to sell Jean-Clair Todibo?Football Insider reported on 25 May that Todibo should be allowed to leave West Ham after what has been a disastrous two-year spell in East London.The Frenchman fell out with the manager after his 25th-minute withdrawal against Newcastle, when the Hammers found themselves 2-0 down early in the game.Jean-Clear TodiboNuno Espirito SantoGraham PotterJulen LopeteguiAppearances221517Starts211510Minutes Played181211811000Jean-Clair Todibo’s appearance stats since joining West Ham in 2024.
(via Transfermarkt)Todibo had previously clashed with both Julen Lopetegui and Graham Potter, and the club have no intention of lettnig him stick around next season.“Todibo obviously isn’t happy at West Ham,” Brown told Football Insider.“It comes from when he was substituted off against Newcastle after about 20 minutes, it was a shocking start for West Ham and they had to change something.“The manager switched to a back four instead of a three and he was the one who paid the price, and he clearly hasn’t reacted well to the decision.“From West Ham’s point of view, they cannot be going into next season with a squad full of unhappy players, it would be the worst possible way to start.“Somebody like Todibo who is refusing to play for the club, they want to get rid of him as soon as possible, whatever that may take.“If any offer comes in for him, even it’s below what his usual value might be, they’re going to have to accept it because they can’t afford for him to stick around.“The same may be the place for any player who pushes for a move, because they need players who want to be at West Ham and want to fight to get them back into the Premier League.”Which West Ham stars could follow Todibo out?Todibo is not the only player believed to be unhappy at the London Stadium following their relegation from the Premier League, with others seeking moves away.A number of key players in Nuno’s side are believed to be unwilling to play in the Championship, with talks already beginning to find a move away.Credit: ImagoBrown told Football Insider on 25 May that Taty Castellanos wants to leave West Ham, with his exit now “inevitable” as he aims to continue playing in the top flight.The 27-year-old moved to the London Stadium during the January transfer window and has impressed with his performances despite their eventual relegation.His agent is already believed to have held talks with different clubs over a move, including some in the Premier League, making it difficult for West Ham to keep him. ⚒️ 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.