Valencia have turned into a common meeting point in the market for two London rivals, as situations involving West Ham United and Tottenham Hotspur now overlap in the search for a holding midfielder.

West Ham complicate Guido Rodríguez talks

Guido Rodríguez remains a difficult case for Valencia. Radio MARCA Valencia report that West Ham head coach Nuno Espírito Santo is considering using the Argentine in their next fixtures. That possibility immediately complicates Valencia’s plans and helps explain why Spanish sources have cooled the idea of a quick agreement.

Talks have not stopped, but West Ham’s willingness to rely on Rodríguez keeps the situation open. As long as the midfielder stays in the manager’s plans, Valencia face extra resistance in negotiations.

Valencia explore Tottenham alternative

At the same time, Valencia continue to work on alternatives. Journalist Germán Muñoz reports that Yves Bissouma is a name the club have been analysing since the summer. The Tottenham midfielder, however, represents a complex operation from every angle.

Valencia know that landing Bissouma will not be simple. Competition, salary levels and Tottenham’s stance all add layers to the deal. Even so, the Spanish club keep that option alive while monitoring developments with West Ham’s...