According to a recent report, West Ham United are reportedly looking to sign a £17
1 million midfielder who is one of the best passers in Europe
The Julen Lopetegui era has now begun following the departure of David Moyes at the end of the season and the former Wolves man is set to change philosophy at the London Stadium
To do this, however, he will need to be sharp in the fast-approaching summer transfer window and sign ownership-based documents
The Hammers have no real metronome in midfield and it seems Lopetegui has wasted no time in identifying one
West Ham is interested in Arthur Melo According to Gazzetta dello Sport, West Ham United is about to complete the purchase of Juventus midfielder Arthur Melo, who was effectively on loan at Fiorentina last season
Fiorentina have decided not to sign him on a permanent £17m deal, leaving the Hammers in a strong position to secure his signature
Melo, who loves Premier League football, may want to right the wrongs of his disappointing time at Liverpool
The 27-year-old is the perfect fit for Lopetegui, as evidenced by his phenomenal FBref stats
Arthur Melo Statistics It’s easy to see why Lopetegui wanted to bring Melo to East London when you look at his statistics
The former Barcelona man ranks in the top 4% for successful passes per 90 minutes compared to his peers in the big five leagues
Additionally, he ranks in the top 24% for progressive passing, demonstrating his ability to play in the deepest areas
At £17m, this looks like a shrewd acquisition for West Ham if they want to secure his signature
A manager is worried his £26m player could leave the club this summer transfer window after he’s been linked with a move to West Ham United.
The Julen Lopetegui era has begun following David Moyes’ departure and now transfer planning can begin.
The Spaniard will be in the process of sifting through transfer targets and deciding upon who is the best fit for his system.
That said, a rumoured target of west ham could be nearing a move to the London Stadium after quotes emerged from his manager.
Now, it has just emerged, that his manager Antonio Oliveira fears losing him – evincing a strong indication that he could be in talks with The Hammers.
“I am worried. I am a coach and I want those who can help us achieve something, he is fundamental. Therefore, it (losing him) is something that worries me as a coach,” Oliveira
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