West Ham star who ‘refused to play in relegation decider after confronting boss Nuno’ finally agrees transfer exit

JEAN-CLAIR TODIBO is on the move after months of speculation and absence from the West Ham squad. The French defender notably refused to be a part of the Hammers squad for the final game of the Premier League season at home to Leeds. Jean-Clair Todibo made himself unavailable for the final game of the season Credit: Getty Nuno has his sights set on promotion back to the Premier League Credit: NurPhoto via Getty Images Despite a 3-0 victory, West Ham were relegated to the Championship for the first time since 2011, as arch-rivals Tottenham beat David Moyes’ Everton 1-0. Todibo watched the chaos unfold from the sidelines, having made himself unavailable for selection. Sign up for the Football newsletter Thank you! Play Dream Team this season! £100,000 in prize money up for grabs in 2026/27 Free to enter Play in Mini Leagues against your mates £60,000 jackpot for the overall winner £1,000 prize for winning Gameweek 1 PLAY DREAM TEAM NOW! Manager Nuno Espirito Santo was furious after the bust-up, which came after the star’s early substitution away at Newcastle a week prior, when the Irons were 2-0 down inside 25 minutes. Since that moment, the former Barcelona defender, 26, has not registered a single minute in claret and blue — a trend that looks set to continue. The Frenchman was also reported to have clashed with ex-bosses Julen Lopetegui and Graham Potter throughout his two-year spell at the club. With an East London exit looking all but confirmed, Marseille are reportedly interested in signing the player. And, according to L’Equipe, the French giants have agreed terms with Todibo. However, the defender is under contract at the London Stadium until 2029, meaning the Hammers will want a fee for a permanent deal. Most read in Sport BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS And that could prove tricky given the French side’s financial issues. The Ligue 1 club’s sporting director, Gregory Lorenzi, reminded everyone that departures are necessary before any arrivals can be registered. And a loan move, with a salary-sharing arrangement, could be an alternative option. OM kick off the Ligue 1 season at home to Strasbourg on Friday night, with West Ham taking on Charltonon Saturday after their opening weekend draw with Burnley. Comment now