This summer, West Ham United is really interested in bringing in a truly exceptional attacking midfield player.
With Lucas Paqueta having a very uncertain future in the game because of the allegations he faces for suspected betting violations, West Ham’s Julen Lopetegui is searching for a replacement number ten.
The summer transfer window will be hectic for the Spaniard since he has a lot of new players to bring in and some important players to let go.
We all know that Lopetegui’s top two priorities are to sign a top-tier center-back and a striker with a track record of excellence.
That does not, however, imply that the 57-year-old should overlook the need to add strength to other areas, particularly the attacking midfield unit.
And now, the West Ham manager has a chance because one of his main summer transfer objectives is available…
Albert Gudmundsson requires £34 million from West Ham.
The Genoa star has previously been strongly linked to a summer transfer to the Hammers.
It is now abundantly evident what West Ham must do to get him to the London Stadium prior to the commencement of the upcoming campaign.
A report from the Italian publication La Repubblica claims that Genoa is requesting £34 million in cash up front for Gudmundsson.
Although the Icelandic international can play anywhere on the front line, he excels when he fills the role of number 10 or plays out on the left flank.
He is quite skilled technically and has great ground speed. It seems reasonable to pay £34 million for the Genoa star.
Gudmundsson scored an incredible 16 goals and provided five assists in 37 appearances for Genoa during his outstanding season.
For West Ham, signing Albert Gudmundsson this summer ought to be obvious. But it’s unclear if the owners of the Hammers are willing to spend that much money on the 27-year-old.
To be honest, PSR constraints might make it impossible for the East London company to pay the Icelandic star £34 million up front.
