Summer Transfer Thread and Gustavo Cisneros Type Rumours.

[Londonvilla]

Sources: West Ham set sights on signing Aston Villa star Hause

https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-west-ham-set-sights-on-signing-aston-villa-star-hause/

A West Ham source has told Football Insider that Hause, 26, has been added to their target list amid indications he could be available

It's a no from me as finding another left-footed centre half who is quick and good in the air would be a problem. (Unless they pay north of £35m)

[eamonn]

I would be surprised. Yesterday Smith mentioned Hause (and Tuanzebe) specifically as players who he wants to push the first team starters ahead of them.

[DrGonzo]

"Aston Villa‘s transfer activity this summer shows no signs of subsiding, with the Premier League club reportedly set to launch a move for versatile Atletico Madrid defender Mario Hermoso.

According to Gol Digital...

His displays caught the eye of Atletico Madrid, who snapped him up in 2019. Hermoso has since featured 61 times for Diego Simeone’s side in all competitions. He was instrumental in their La Liga triumph last season, making 31 appearances across multiple positions.

But it’s his versatility that stands out. He is equally comfortable playing at centre-back or on the left side of a back-four."


£25m  is the quoted price.

[OCD]

I've seen a few articles linking Hermoso. I can't see it happening with 4 central defenders on the books and kids coming through.

[ozzjim]

Young and El Ghazi starting on the wings shows we are a creative wide player short still

[ASHTONVILLA]

Young and El Ghazi starting on the wings shows we are a creative wide player short still

Traore, Bailey and Philogene-Bidace on the bench - looks pretty strong to me! Maybe another left sided player if El Ghazi goes (Cantwell hopefully), but we have a stronger set of wingers than almost anyone in the league.

[N'ZMAV]

I've seen a few articles linking Hermoso. I can't see it happening with 4 central defenders on the books and kids coming through.

Hause being linked with a move to West Ham.

[nigel]

Seems to be some talk of us signing Chukwuemeka snr from Northampton.

Highly coveted though his current first team record doesn't look great. Still, would probably be cheap and if it works, great. If not, you haven't lost much. I think this would also help persuade Carney, who looks destined for the top, that his future lies at Villa so would be a sensible acquisition all round.

Yes, mentioned it a few pages back.
Was the last post on the page, so, like most last on page posts, wasn’t really noticed 🙄

[ASHTONVILLA]

I've seen a few articles linking Hermoso. I can't see it happening with 4 central defenders on the books and kids coming through.

Hause being linked with a move to West Ham.

Rather he stayed. I think he only has a year left on his contract, so it may be we would take a decent offer if he is stalling and looking for a first team spot. Would explain why we are being linked with Hermoso, who would put Mings on the bench potentially.

[olaftab]

Young and El Ghazi starting on the wings shows we are a creative wide player short still

Or not match fit?

[algy]

Young and El Ghazi starting on the wings shows we are a creative wide player short still

Or not match fit?

Yeah, I don't think it shows that at all. Bailey and Traore aren't match fit yet, neither is Ollie who could potentially play in a wider position. So you're looking at our 4th and 5th choice of players in those positions imo.

[ozzjim]

None of those players put their foot on the ball and keep hold of it effectively. That's what we lack, and we will struggle without getting someone in there.

[Villan82]

A DM is essential.

I would bid for Sarr too.

[Steve67]

McGinn and Nakamba are great if we want to continue finishing lower mid-table.  I do suspect though that McGinn might actually be a bit better with a stronger, ball winning midfielder next to him. 

[Percy McCarthy]

McGinn and Nakamba are great if we want to continue finishing lower mid-table.  I do suspect though that McGinn might actually be a bit better with a stronger, ball winning midfielder next to him.

Neither of them good enough IMO. I’d get JWP and someone like Bissouma in, and Cantwell. I’d sell either/both of Nakamba or McGinn if we’re worried about money/FFP.