West Ham finally claimed their first win under Nuno Espírito Santo last weekend, beating Newcastle United 3–1 to breathe some life back into their faltering season.
But despite that rare bright spot, the Hammers remain 18th in the table — dangerously close to the drop zone after a quarter of the campaign gone.
Problems persist across the pitch: the defence leaks goals, the forwards are misfiring, and the midfield continues to lack bite and creativity.
With new signings yet to make an impact — and James Ward-Prowse reportedly on his way out — the club are already turning their attention to a potential replacement.
West Ham Plotting Timber Move
According to a new report from Fichajes, West Ham United are eyeing a January move for Quinten Timber, the highly rated Dutch international currently starring for Feyenoord.
The 24-year-old has become one of the Eredivisie’s standout midfielders, capable of playing both box-to-box and in more advanced roles.
Spanish reports claim West Ham view him as a key target to strengthen their midfield ahead of a crucial second half of the season.
Timber — who has been described as “incredibly good” by former Netherlands international Rafael van der Vaart — has made over 100 appearances for Feyenoord, registering 19 goals and 14 assists since returning to the club. His contract runs into its final year, and Feyenoord are said to be open to selling for around £17 million in January rather than risk losing him for free next summer.
A move to the Premier League would be a major step for the talented Dutchman, and West Ham’s interest suggests Nuno Espírito Santo wants a more dynamic midfield presence to lead the rebuild.
If the Hammers can pull it off, Timber could be exactly the kind of all-action, technically gifted midfielder they’ve been missing — one to help turn their season around.
