West Ham Pull Back From Reiss Nelson Deal After Arsenal Talks

West Ham United have reportedly pulled back from their move for Arsenal winger Reiss Nelson after concerns over the player’s injury record.

The Hammers had been working on a deal for the 26-year-old, with talks initially centred around a possible loan before discussions later shifted towards a permanent transfer. Arsenal were understood to be keen on finding a new club for Nelson, who is not part of Mikel Arteta’s plans for the upcoming season.

Nelson spent last season on loan at Brentford after previously having a spell with Fulham. With the England youth international entering the final year of his Arsenal contract, the Gunners are keen to avoid another temporary solution and would prefer a permanent departure.

West Ham, meanwhile, were considering Nelson as an experienced attacking option for their Championship promotion campaign. His Premier League experience and ability to operate on the wing made him an attractive target as Nuno Espírito Santo continues to reshape his squad.

However, the latest development has seen the London club reconsider the move, with concerns surrounding Nelson’s injury history reportedly influencing their decision.

The situation could still change before the transfer window closes, but for now, West Ham’s pursuit appears to have suffered a major setback.

Arsenal will now have to assess their next move as they continue looking for a solution to Nelson’s future