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West Ham's Mohamadou Kanté attracts interest from Ligue 1 clubs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 9:20 AM

Last updated Jun 5, 2026

West Ham's Mohamadou Kanté attracts interest from Ligue 1 clubs

Summary

Mohamadou Kanté, a 20-year-old midfielder for West Ham United, could leave the club this summer amid reported interest from Ligue 1 teams. Kanté joined West Ham from Paris FC in 2024 and made 11 Premier League appearances last season. West Ham's relegation to the EFL Championship has prompted speculation about potential player departures. The club is reportedly preparing for offers, with Kanté valued between £15-20 million. Other French internationals, Alphonse Areola and Jean-Clair Todibo, are also linked with exits from West Ham.

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•Kanté is attracting interest from Ligue 1 clubs.
•West Ham confirmed their relegation to the EFL Championship.
•Kanté made 11 appearances in the Premier League last season.
•He was valued between £15-20 million.
•Areola and Todibo are also linked with exits from West Ham.

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Mohamadou Kanté (20) could leave West Ham United this summer and a return to his native France is an option, as per a report from The Athletic. Kanté joined West Ham from Paris FC back in 2024. La...
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