West Ham cautious about giving new contract to young defender

West Ham have run into a tricky situation with young defender Harrison Ashby.

The 20-year-old was on the verge of leaving the club at the end of the transfer window, but a possible late move to Newcastle United was blocked by David Moyes.

West Ham are keen to tie the youngster to a new deal, but they don’t want to pay above the odds and destabilize the rest of the team.

Speaking to GiveMeSport, Dean Jones explained: “West Ham have to try to resolve the situation.

“They are very cautious about giving him a big new contract because of the knock-on effect it could have on other players within the organization. This is a situation that will continue for a while.”

The Scotland Under-21 international only has one year left on his contract and could leave West Ham for free if he does not sign a new deal with the Hammers.

Leeds United and Newcastle are interested in his services and both clubs inquired about the player late in the summer transfer window.

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