West Ham United submit bid for Dominik Livakovic

West Ham United have stepped up their search for a new goalkeeper by tabling a bid for Fenerbahce’s Dominik Livakovic, according to Turkish outlet Sporx.

The Croatian international has long been admired across Europe, and a move to the Premier League could be the perfect next step in his career. At 29, Livakovic is in his prime years and eager for a fresh challenge, with West Ham hopeful of striking an agreement before the transfer window shuts.

West Ham’s Goalkeeping Shake-Up

The Hammers have been active in strengthening their options between the posts this summer. They already secured Mads Hermansen from Leicester City, but manager Graham Potter is keen to add further depth and competition. Earlier attempts to sign John Victor from Botafogo fell through after the Brazilian opted for Nottingham Forest.

Alphonse Areola’s inconsistent form last season highlighted the need for reinforcements, and Potter sees Livakovic as a player capable of raising standards immediately. With his shot-stopping ability and experience on the big stage, the Croatian would represent a significant upgrade.

Pressure Mounts on Graham Potter

West Ham’s disappointing start to the season has piled pressure on Potter, who is still searching for consistency from his squad. After narrowly avoiding relegation last term, expectations from supporters remain high. The East London club lifted a European trophy not too long ago, but recent performances have fallen well short of that level.

Bringing in a proven goalkeeper like Livakovic could be a crucial step in steadying the ship. Should the deal go through, he would arrive with the chance to cement himself as West Ham’s number one while testing his ability in the Premier League for the first time.

With Fenerbahce reportedly close to signing Manchester City’s Ederson Moraes, the path may be clear for West Ham to land their man. Now, it’s simply a race against time before the window closes.