West Ham United have reportedly joined the growing list of clubs interested in signing Millwall and Super Eagles winger Femi Azeez as the Hammers begin rebuilding for an immediate return to the Premier League following relegation.
The 25-year-old Nigerian international has emerged as one of the Championship’s most exciting attacking players after an outstanding 2025/26 campaign with Millwall, attracting interest from several clubs across England.
Breakout Season at Millwall
Born Oluwafemi Javier Azeez in Westminster on June 5, 2001, the winger joined Millwall from Reading in 2024 and enjoyed a sensational breakthrough season.
Azeez finished the campaign with 11 goals and eight assists, playing a pivotal role in helping the Lions secure a third-place finish in the Championship and reach the promotion play-off semi-finals, where they were eventually knocked out by Hull City.
His impressive performances earned him a place in the EFL Championship Team of the Season, while he was also named the league’s Player of the Month for February 2026.
Instant Impact for Nigeria
Azeez’s club form was rewarded with his first senior call-up to the Super Eagles, and he wasted little time announcing himself on the international stage.
The winger scored twice on his debut as Nigeria defeated Zimbabwe 2-0 in the semi-finals of the 2026 Unity Cup in London before featuring again in the final victory over Jamaica, helping the Super Eagles secure a fourth consecutive Unity Cup title.
His seamless transition to international football has further enhanced his reputation as one of Nigeria’s brightest attacking talents.
West Ham Enter the Picture
Millwall’s failure to secure promotion has intensified speculation over Azeez’s future, particularly after the winger openly expressed his ambition to play in the Premier League.
Although he remains under contract until 2028, several clubs have been linked with a move, including Aston Villa, Brighton & Hove Albion, Bournemouth, Crystal Palace, Ipswich Town, and Hull City.
Ipswich reportedly saw a £20 million bid rejected earlier in the transfer window, with Millwall believed to value the Nigerian closer to £30 million.
West Ham have now emerged as the latest club monitoring the situation as they seek to strengthen their squad following relegation from the Premier League.
The Hammers are looking to reinforce their attacking options after the departure of Dutch winger Crysencio Summerville to Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal in a deal reportedly worth around £60 million.
Azeez’s pace, direct running, creativity and ability to play across the forward line make him an attractive target for a West Ham side aiming to bounce straight back to the top flight.
Transfer Battle Looms
While no formal bid from West Ham has been confirmed, reports suggest the London club are expected to test Millwall’s resolve before the close of the transfer window.
Whether the Championship side decide to cash in on one of their star performers or convince him to remain at The Den for another promotion push remains to be seen.
For Azeez, whose stock has risen dramatically over the past year thanks to his club performances and explosive start with the Super Eagles, a move to West Ham could provide the platform to fulfil his long-held ambition of playing regularly at the highest level of English football.
As the summer transfer window progresses, the Nigerian winger is expected to remain one of the Championship’s most sought-after players, with his future likely to be one of the major transfer stories involving a Super Eagles international.
