While West Ham United must first complete their replacement for David Moyes, reports suggest they still have their eyes on potential players to feature this summer, while stepping up efforts to sign a A player with the ability to change the game.
and most importantly, the London Stadium players will need to name a new face on the field, which will likely see Julen Lopetegui arrive.
The former Wolverhampton Wanderers boss has been heavily linked with the Hammers in recent weeks and is now set to return to the Premier League almost a year after deciding to leave the Midlands, after reportedly accepting an offer.
With no support at Wolves, Lopetegui could receive the perfect welcome gift to West Ham in the form of a player who has just won another trophy at his current club.
According to The Scottish Sun, West Ham are preparing to step up their bid to sign Matt O’Riley from Celtic this summer in a deal that could eclipse Kieran Tierney’s record £25m move Arsenal in 2019, with Brighton & Hove Albion.
and Everton are also interested.
O’Riley and Celtic managed to retain their Scottish Premiership title after a fierce battle with Rangers in a season that once again saw the Danish side thrive.
Having failed to make a move in January when Atletico Madrid showed interest, O’Riley could now return to the Premier League and at the London Stadium to turn the Hammers’ fortunes around in midfield.
‘Phenomenal’ O’Riley could replace Paqueta With Lucas Paqueta’s future at West Ham still uncertain following his links with Manchester City, West Ham could soften any shock potential from the Brazilian by signing O’Riley this summer.
The 23-year-old – more of an attacker than a box-to-box player – would add another touch of flair to Paqeuta, playing even better than Mohammed Kudus this season, who has scored 17 goals in all competitions .
With 19 goals and 18 assists to his name in all competitions this season, it’s no surprise that Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has been effusive in his praise of O’Riley, recently speaking to Celtic TV via STV: “He was absolutely brilliant.
extraordinary.
in its coherence.
I think if we’re lacking anything as a team it’s probably that.
“But from a personal point of view, his goals are back.
I think someone said he scored his first goal (of last season) last January.
So looking at his numbers now, it’s a huge testament to himself, because of the work he puts in, the focus he puts in every day in training.
to improve and become better, obviously rewarded by teammates and everyone.
It’s well worth it.
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