West Ham United might be facing a last-minute transfer drama despite the English window closing, as Turkish club Trabzonspor is reportedly eyeing a move for 22-year-old forward Pablo this week.
Trabzonspor is keen to bolster its attacking lineup before their domestic transfer deadline and has identified Pablo as one of several potential targets. However, West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo may be hesitant to let go of a player already integrated into his early-season plans.
According to reports, Trabzonspor has added Pablo to their shortlist, with club president Ertugrul Dogan currently in London discussing potential deals. While Richarlison is believed to be their primary target, Pablo has emerged as a backup option should negotiations with Tottenham prove unsuccessful.
The Brazilian forward joined West Ham from Gil Vicente in January 2026, signing a four-and-a-half-year contract after an impressive spell in Portugal where he scored 10 goals in 13 appearances. He has since featured three times across competitions for West Ham, becoming a part of Nuno's first-team strategy.
West Ham's official description highlights Pablo's capabilities as a powerful center-forward who can score, create chances, and link up play, traits that have clearly caught Trabzonspor's attention. However, the club must carefully weigh his importance to Nuno's immediate plans against any attractive financial proposals from Turkey.
Given Pablo's age and relatively short time in English football, selling him now could be a premature move. He still has significant potential for development. Furthermore, West Ham's inability to sign a replacement due to the closed transfer window means losing him could leave Nuno with very limited options, making it advisable to keep him unless an offer is too compelling to refuse.
