Cifuentes confirmed that Hermansen is improving: “He has started to train with the group … starting to kick longer … pushing really hard,” and is expected to return to full training soon .
Meanwhile, West Ham United are stepping up their pursuit of the 25‑year‑old Danish goalkeeper. After allowing Lukasz Fabiański to depart in June, manager Graham Potter is prioritising a new No. 1, citing that Alphonse Areola’s errors (most notably one in the recent friendly vs Manchester United) underline the need for greater reliability at the back . A club board spokesman reportedly said that West Ham will accelerate their goalkeeper signing in the coming days .
According to Football Insider’s ex-Man Utd scout Mick Brown, Hermansen has become West Ham’s leading target, with the Hammers “pushing to sign” him from Leicester . Leicester are said to be open to selling as part of their summer rebuild following relegation, and Hermansen has been valued at around £25 million—though some reports have mentioned valuations up to £35 million .
With Leicester already signing veteran goalkeeper Asmir Begović to help cover the position—including alongside Jakub Stolarczyk—it appears structural planning is underway for a possible Hermansen exit .
In summary:
Hermansen is nursing a groin issue but progressing toward fitness.
West Ham, seeking an upgrade on Areola, are prioritising his signing.
Leicester are preparing for a replacement, having secured Begović.
The transfer fee is speculated between £25m–£35m, with West Ham keen to conclude quickly.
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