West Ham United have entered into preliminary discussions with Rennes central-defender Nayef Aguerd as their search for defensive recruits hots up [Football Insider].

Enjoying a solid 2020/21 season, the Morocco international was ever present for the Ligue 1 outfit making 40 appearances and registering four goal contributions; three goals and one assist [Transfermarkt].

Seeking reinforcements within the backline moving closer to the new campaign, the Irons have begun talks over landing the 25-year-old on a permanent deal at the London Stadium [Football Insider].

He has impressed Hammers scouts considerably, whilst could be seen as an ideal replacement for the departed Fabian Balbuena who departed after the expiration of his deal last month [Football Insider].

As you can imagine, loads of Irons diehards flocked to Twitter to express their opinions on recent developments.

West Ham United fans react:

Replying to popular West Ham United fan outlet West Ham Central, here is how some supporters reacted to the latest reports:

“I swear to god we just sign PES versions of real players Balbuena instead of Valbuena Coufal instead of Boufal Now Aguerd instead of Aguero”

Credit: @leogowing23″Who”Credit: @MarshyBoy26″He’s a player you know. Only issue he’s left footed he isn’t taking Ogbonna’s role in the team.”Credit: @DNXN90″Anyone know much of him?”Credit: @Irons_Stuff”Very good player, definitely the type of CB we need and makes me think Moyes wants the three at the back to continue. He reads the game well & very mobile.”Credit: @RobWaldon”Thanks for assuring me. I guess if it’s good enough for Moyes, it’s good enough for me”Credit: @bartong2011In other news, West Ham United fans react to a pre-season update.