West Ham United continue to explore the transfer market as they look to strengthen Nuno Espírito Santo’s squad ahead of the new Championship campaign, but the club is still waiting to complete its first major signing of the summer. Despite constant speculation linking the Hammers with a variety of players, negotiations have yet to produce a breakthrough, with several targets still under consideration.
One of the latest updates has come from trusted West Ham insider ExWHUemployee, who revealed that Liverpool duo Luke Chambers and Harvey Elliott are both being monitored as potential loan signings. While the situations surrounding both players differ, the Hammers believe each could add quality and depth to a squad aiming to secure an immediate return to the Premier League.
Young Liverpool left-back Luke Chambers has emerged as one of the club’s more realistic options. The 22-year-old has spent the past few seasons gaining valuable experience through loan spells away from Anfield and is now viewed as a player capable of providing reliable cover in multiple positions.
West Ham are not actively searching for a new first-choice left-back, with El Hadji Malick Diouf expected to remain in east London beyond the transfer window. Instead, Chambers is seen as someone who can strengthen the squad while offering competition and depth across the left side of the pitch.
The Liverpool academy graduate has already built an impressive loan résumé. He previously spent time with Scottish Premiership side Kilmarnock before moving to Wigan Athletic to continue his development. Last season, he featured for Charlton Athletic in the Championship, making 18 league appearances.
Although naturally a left-back, Chambers demonstrated his tactical flexibility during his spell with Charlton. Remarkably, only two of his Championship appearances came in his preferred defensive role, with the majority coming as a left midfielder. That adaptability is something believed to appeal greatly to Nuno Espírito Santo, who values players capable of performing in multiple positions depending on the tactical demands of a match.
His ability to contribute both defensively and offensively could prove especially useful following Crysencio Summerville’s departure to Saudi Arabia. Losing an attack-minded player on the left has created a need for greater versatility within the squad, and Chambers could help fill that gap while also providing defensive cover.
Versatility has become increasingly important in modern football, particularly for clubs competing in the physically demanding Championship, where fixture congestion often forces managers to rotate heavily. Chambers’ willingness and ability to play further forward may make him an attractive option even if he is not guaranteed to start every week.
While Chambers is viewed as a sensible addition, Harvey Elliott represents a much more ambitious target.
West Ham’s interest in the talented attacking midfielder is nothing new. The club has admired Elliott for some time, and ExWHUemployee has confirmed that the Hammers remain keen despite the player’s difficult campaign away from Liverpool last season.
Providing an update on the situation, the insider explained that West Ham had previously pushed to sign Elliott before the midfielder instead completed a loan move to Aston Villa. Unfortunately for the England youth international, that switch failed to provide the regular opportunities he had hoped for.
ExWHUemployee suggested that Elliott now has an opportunity to rebuild his career through consistent first-team football, although Liverpool’s new manager is still assessing whether the youngster has a future at Anfield before any decision is made regarding another loan.
As things stand, West Ham are monitoring developments closely while waiting for Liverpool’s final stance.
Although Elliott’s spell at Aston Villa has been described by some as disappointing, many believe the circumstances surrounding his lack of playing time were largely beyond his control.
A clause in Villa’s loan agreement reportedly obligated the Midlands club to complete a permanent £35 million transfer if Elliott reached 10 Premier League appearances. Once Villa decided they were unlikely to make that financial commitment, his opportunities became increasingly limited.
Instead of receiving the regular minutes he needed, Elliott finished the campaign with only five Premier League appearances. His final league outing came back in February, effectively bringing his domestic season to an early conclusion.
Despite those frustrations, Elliott still managed to enjoy some success. He featured four times during Villa’s Europa League campaign and ultimately collected a Europa League winners’ medal, giving him valuable experience in European competition even if his domestic involvement remained limited.
That experience, combined with his undeniable technical quality, explains why clubs continue to view him as one of England’s brightest young attacking midfielders.
For West Ham, Elliott would represent far more than just another squad player. He could become one of the creative focal points of Nuno Espírito Santo’s side if a deal can be agreed.
The Championship demands players capable of unlocking stubborn defences, and Elliott’s vision, close control, creativity and ability to score from midfield could make him a major asset throughout a long promotion campaign. Regular football would also offer him the perfect platform to rediscover the form that once made him one of Liverpool’s most exciting academy graduates.
However, West Ham cannot move decisively until Liverpool complete their own internal assessment. The club’s new manager, Andoni Iraola, is still expected to make a final judgement on Elliott’s role before authorising any temporary departure.
That means the Hammers may have to remain patient while Liverpool determine whether the midfielder is part of their immediate plans or better served by another season away from Anfield.
With the transfer window continuing to gather pace, West Ham remain active behind the scenes as they search for reinforcements capable of strengthening the squad without overspending. Loan deals are expected to play an important role in their recruitment strategy, and both Chambers and Elliott fit that profile perfectly.
Whether either move eventually materialises remains to be seen, but the interest highlights the club’s desire to add young, technically gifted players with significant potential. As supporters continue waiting for the first signing of the summer, Liverpool’s duo have emerged as two names worth watching closely in the coming weeks, with both capable of playing important roles should they eventually arrive at the London Stadium.
