Raphael Onyedika in the sights of European giants
The transfer window is shaping up to be a busy one for Raphael Onyedika. Already on the radar of Bayern Munich, Manchester City, and AC Milan, the Nigerian international defensive midfielder is now also attracting interest from West Ham United.
A member of the Hammers' recruitment team confirmed this interest during the West Ham Way podcast. "Another Club Brugge player is on our shortlist, with plenty of competition," he said, referring to a target identification process ahead of a summer period the London club expects to be "very busy."
Under contract with Club Brugge until June 2027, Raphael Onyedika played 50 matches this season, scoring 2 goals and providing 2 assists—solid proof of his consistency and importance in the Belgian side's midfield engine room. At 24, he embodies the modern, versatile midfielder—capable of breaking up play, launching attacks, and surging forward. The big question remains: will Onyedika choose the Premier League, Bundesliga, or Serie A for the next step in his career?