West Ham United's efforts to secure the services of Wolverhampton Wanderers defender Ladislav Krejcí appear to be on the verge of collapse. The Hammers had hoped to bring the versatile player, who can also operate in midfield, to their squad at the London Stadium. However, reports indicate that Krejcí is not inclined to make a move to the Championship, where West Ham is currently competing after their relegation from the Premier League.
Additionally, Wolves are reportedly unwilling to sell Krejcí to a direct rival in the Championship, further complicating West Ham's ambitions. This situation leaves the Hammers in a challenging position as they seek to bolster their defensive options ahead of the transfer deadline.
Leeds United had also shown interest in Krejcí earlier in the summer transfer window. However, they have since shifted their focus and completed signings for defenders Nico Elvedi and Tarik Muharemovic, indicating that they are no longer in the running for the Czech international.
Krejcí, who is 27 years old, joined Wolves last summer on loan from Girona. His loan was later made permanent, and during the past season, he made a total of 32 appearances across all competitions, contributing two goals as Wolves faced relegation from the Premier League.
Despite his contributions last season, Krejcí has had limited playing time this season under manager Cesar Peixoto. He made a brief appearance as a substitute in the Carabao Cup victory over Port Vale earlier this month but has yet to feature in league play this season.
Wolves are keen to retain Krejcí beyond the impending transfer deadline, as they look to solidify their squad for the ongoing Championship campaign. The club's reluctance to part ways with the player, especially to a rival, underscores their commitment to maintaining a competitive edge as they aim for a swift return to the Premier League.
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