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Jean-Clair Todibo has already had a topsy-turvy journey in the game and things haven’t gone to plan at West Ham. He could now meet a familiar figure at his next club. The centre-back has never quite lived up to his hype in his two seasons at London. The club’s unstable environment has had a role to play in that, with the defender having featured just 23 times last season. This has led to links with a move back to Serie A. Sport Witness have covered AC Milan’s initial offer, with Napoli also interested in his signing. Another Italian option has now emerged for the Frenchman, with Atalanta keen on his signature. Guintoli involvement key TuttoAtalanta report that with Berat Djimsiti on his way out of Bergamo, La Dea are desperate for a defensive addition. West Ham’s Todibo is a key target now, as his signing would reflect Atalanta’s ambitions under Maurizio Sarri. The outlet believe the London club don’t see Todibo as unsellable after relegation. They require between €17m and €20m to let him leave and this fee could be affordable for Atalanta. Sporting director Cristiano Guintoli would play a big role in this. He knows the Hammers’ player ‘inside out’ from when he tried to sign him at Juventus from Nice. Juve are still interested in the 26-year-old too. They are currently slightly ahead in the race but La Dea can push forward. Guintoli’s involvement can sway the situation in their favour. | Premier League 2025/26 | | | | | |---|---|---|---|---| | Appearances | 23 | | | | | Started | 22 | | | | | Minutes per game | 79 | | | | | Total minutes played | 1817 | | | | | Goals | 0 | | | | | Assists | 1 | | | | Our take: Decision comes down to player Since West Ham have accepted losing Todibo, everything will come down to the player’s choice. He is clearly an appealing target to many and suitors could end up lining up for him. Napoli would’ve presented the best choice, as they will play in the Champions League, however, they are settling for Benoit Badiashile instead. For West Ham, the priority should be to not make a major loss. They paid €39m to sign him in 2024 and the player signed a five-year deal. With three years left on his contract, Todibo weighs around €23m on their accounts.