Late Drama in London: Hermansen Could Finally Leave West Ham Before Deadline
West Ham United’s ongoing goalkeeper saga involving Mads Hermansen has taken another late twist as the deadline for the January transfer window looms – and the Danish shot-stopper could finally be on his way out of the London Stadium. (West Ham Zone)
Signed from Leicester City in the summer of 2025 for a fee reported to be around £18 million, Hermansen arrived in east London with high hopes of establishing himself as West Ham’s No. 1. But what began with promise under former manager Graham Potter has quickly unravelled. He lost his starting spot to Alphonse Areola early this season after a difficult run of games, featuring just a handful of times and conceding a number of goals that dented his confidence. (The Standard)
With the 2026 World Cup on the horizon, the 25-year-old is desperate for regular football to boost his international prospects – something he is simply not getting at West Ham. That has sparked intense speculation over his future in the closing hours of the transfer window, with several clubs reportedly monitoring the situation. (West Ham Zone)
One of the most eye-catching developments is interest from Hermansen’s former club Leicester City, who are said to be weighing up a loan move for the goalkeeper for the rest of the season. Championship sides are also believed to be in the mix, eager to add an experienced campaigner between the sticks ahead of their own promotion battles. (aol.co.uk)
However, West Ham have exhibited caution about sanctioning any deal without securing a replacement. The Hammers have spent much of January reinforcing all areas of the squad, including striking forward acquisitions and exploring options in goal to challenge Areola’s hold on the No. 1 jersey. (The Standard)
That hesitation has left Hermansen’s future hanging in the balance, even as clubs like Leicester ramp up their interest just hours before the window slams shut. Sources close to the situation suggest that a deal could yet be agreed – or scuppered at the eleventh hour – depending on whether West Ham can finalise alternative keepers first. (transferfeed.com)
Adding further intrigue, there are reports that Turkish giants Beşiktaş have also opened talks with West Ham over a potential move for the Denmark international. Hermansen is purportedly open to the idea of moving abroad if it means more playing time ahead of this summer’s major international tournament. (insidefutbol.com)
For Hermansen, the stakes are high. Remaining as a second-choice option with limited minutes would likely harm his chances of breaking into the Danish squad ahead of the World Cup, making a move – whether on loan or permanent – increasingly appealing from a career perspective. (The Standard)
West Ham, meanwhile, are set to continue their hectic transfer business right up until the deadline, balancing their own competitive needs with Hermansen’s desire to play regularly. Whether the Dane finally secures his long-awaited exit remains uncertain, but the dramatic ebb and flow of interest in the final hours suggests this story is far from over. (West Ham Zone)
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