# West Ham United transfer activity

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/20260814-west-ham-united-transfer-activity
> Updated: 2026-08-14T08:00:00.000Z. Sources: 16. Developments: 2.

West Ham United is actively seeking to strengthen its squad during the transfer window. Initial reports focused on interest in 39-year-old striker Jamie Vardy, a free agent following a season in Italy, to provide veteran depth for the club’s campaign in the Championship.

As recruitment efforts continue, the club’s strategy has expanded to include both experienced players and younger prospects. Beyond the pursuit of Vardy, West Ham is reportedly targeting AZ Alkmaar striker Troy Parrott and has submitted an £8 million bid for Viking FK winger Edvin Austbo. The club is also competing with Lecce for winger Daniel Job.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-14: West Ham United targets Jamie Vardy and young prospects in transfer window

West Ham United is targeting multiple players to strengthen its squad, including veteran striker Jamie Vardy and young talents Edvin Austbo and Daniel Job.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/west-ham-united-targets-jamie-vardy-and-young-prospects-in-transfer-window

### 2026-08-10: Jamie Vardy linked with return to England via West Ham

Veteran striker Jamie Vardy is linked with a move to Championship side West Ham United following his departure from Italian club Cremonese.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jamie-vardy-linked-with-potential-return-to-england-with-west-ham

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Cite as: West Ham United transfer activity. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/20260814-west-ham-united-transfer-activity