Frank McAvennie has expressed his belief that West ham may find the lucrative offers from Saudi Arabian clubs hard to resist, presenting a potential challenge for West Ham United to retain the Moroccan center-back.

According to reports from Fabrizio Romano, a number of Saudi clubs have expressed interest in acquiring Aguerd, while Italian giants AC Milan and AS Roma have also made inquiries to secure the defender on loan. However, West Ham has shown reluctance to entertain loan offers for Aguerd, insisting on a permanent deal instead.

Sean Whetstone, editor of 6foot2, tweeted that Aguerd’s agents are actively seeking a new club for the player, hinting at a potential departure from the London Stadium. McAvennie, speaking to West Ham Zone, reflected on the situation, highlighting the allure of substantial financial incentives that could sway Aguerd’s decision.

McAvennie emphasized the growing financial prowess of certain clubs, suggesting that offers in the range of “four or five hundred grand a week” could easily prompt Aguerd to consider a move. He dismissed the notion that players relocate to Saudi Arabia primarily for cultural reasons, emphasizing the strong financial motivations behind such decisions.

This potential development may disappoint some West Ham fans, given Aguerd’s commendable contributions to the club over the past 18 months. Despite a challenging start due to injury, Aguerd quickly established himself as a key player, notably contributing to West Ham’s triumph in the Europa Conference League last season.

However, a decline in performance levels and the emergence of uncharacteristic errors have sparked speculation about Aguerd’s future at the club. The exorbitant financial offers from Saudi clubs further complicate matters, potentially leading to a contentious departure that could rile the West Ham faithful.

Should West Ham secure a fee akin to the £30 million they paid for his services, Aguerd’s exit seems all but assured. The timeline for such a move, whether in the current transfer window or later, remains a point of interest and uncertainty for both the player and the club.