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Close to a Premier League return. Eric Dier could join West Ham

After Tottenham, the defender may play for another London club

Football news 13 jan 2026, 09:37

Close to a Premier League return. Eric Dier could join West Ham

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Monaco defender Eric Dier is exploring new opportunities to continue his career, including options from his native league—the Premier League.

Details: According to Florian Plettenberg, Eric Dier has been offered to West Ham, and the club is currently considering this move. Negotiations are not advanced at this stage, but the Hammers are seriously weighing this potential reinforcement.

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Dier remains a Monaco player, under contract until 2028. Any decision on a possible transfer will depend on both clubs' agreement and the terms of the deal.

🚨⚒️ Understand Eric #Dier has been offered to West Ham. The club are considering the option. #WHUFC

At this stage nothing is advanced yet, but it is an interesting opportunity for them after @ExWHUEmployee and confirmed.

He is still under contract with AS Monaco until 2028.… pic.twitter.com/lt1MepvDvr
— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) January 12, 2026

It's worth noting that this season, he has played just nine matches, having missed a significant portion of the campaign due to injury. In those nine appearances, he managed to score twice. Transfermarkt currently values him at €7 million.

Reminder: Lucas Paquetá has reached an agreement with Brazilian club Flamengo.

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