Manor Solomon Set for £7 Million Tottenham Exit as West Ham Close In on Experienced Defender Joel Veltman
Football Transfer News
Tottenham Hotspur are set to complete another piece of transfer business, with Manor Solomon reportedly heading for the exit door in a deal that could eventually be worth £7 million to the north London club.
The Israeli winger has been strongly linked with a move to West Ham United, with reports indicating that the agreement includes an initial £5 million fee plus a further £2 million in potential add-ons. The deal is expected to see Solomon sign a three-year contract with West Ham, with an option that could keep him at the club until 2030.
Solomon’s departure would bring an end to a difficult spell at Tottenham. The 27-year-old arrived at Spurs after establishing himself as an exciting attacking player, but injuries and competition for places prevented him from becoming a consistent first-team figure. He spent time away from Tottenham on loan, including spells with Villarreal, Fiorentina and Leeds United.
His loan period at Leeds was arguably the brightest part of his recent career. During the 2024/25 Championship campaign, Solomon reportedly contributed 10 goals and 13 assists as Leeds secured promotion. His performances demonstrated that he still possesses the ability to influence matches when given regular playing time.
Tottenham’s decision to sell therefore appears to be based on squad planning rather than simply the player’s ability. With the club reshaping its squad and looking for greater balance, moving Solomon on could create both financial and squad space for further recruitment.
For West Ham, meanwhile, the transfer represents a relatively low-cost gamble on a player with experience in English football. The club were relegated to the Championship and are now attempting to rebuild quickly, with promotion back to the Premier League a major objective. Solomon’s pace, creativity and experience could make him an important attacking option.
The potential £7 million package also reflects the changing circumstances around the player. The initial £5 million fee gives Tottenham immediate income, while the additional £2 million could depend on performance or other conditions being met. That structure allows West Ham to limit their initial financial commitment while giving Tottenham the possibility of receiving more if Solomon succeeds.
At the same time, West Ham have been strengthening their defence with interest in former Brighton defender Joel Veltman. The experienced Dutchman became a free agent after Brighton confirmed that his contract expired at the end of June 2026. Veltman spent six seasons with Brighton and made 191 appearances for the club across all competitions.
The 34-year-old defender brings considerable Premier League experience and tactical versatility. Primarily a right-back, Veltman has also operated at centre-back and left-back, giving a manager additional options when dealing with injuries, suspensions or tactical changes.
Reports indicate that Veltman is close to joining West Ham on a free transfer, meaning the club could potentially add another experienced player without paying a transfer fee.
The possible arrivals of Solomon and Veltman would represent two very different types of recruitment. Solomon would provide attacking energy and the potential to deliver goals and assists, while Veltman would offer experience, defensive reliability and leadership.
For Tottenham, the Solomon sale could be another example of the club reducing its squad and generating funds from players who are no longer central to its plans. For West Ham, the move could be part of a wider strategy to assemble a squad capable of handling the demands of Championship football while immediately challenging for promotion.
With the transfer window still open, both deals could attract further developments. Solomon’s move is already at an advanced stage, while Veltman’s next destination remains an important point of interest after his Brighton departure.
If completed, the two moves would underline West Ham’s determination to rebuild quickly—and Tottenham’s willingness to move players on as the club continues to reshape its squad for the new season.
