West Ham United are interested in a move for Sassuolo’s Davide Frattesi to the London Stadium, according to reporter Dean Jones.
With Declan Rice seemingly unwilling to commit to a new deal, David Moyes is looking elsewhere for midfield options, and the “super talented” Italian could fit the bill as a replacement for the Hammers.
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CalcioMercato explain that the potential transfer fee for any team looking to sign Frattesi is likely to be in the region of £30m, while also claiming that fellow Serie A sides Juventus and AS Roma are believed to be interested in a movement
It is in the latter of the two teams that the same man has expressed his interest in joining, after having played in the Giallorossi’s squad, and has told Corriere dello Sport that it remains his “dream” to sign the return to the capital.
Not only would the Hammers have to fight off that kind of interest if they were to seal a move for the 23-year-old, but the likes of Tottenham, Manchester United and Brighton & Hove Albion are believed to be monitoring the situation. perspective
Gazzetta dello Sport also detail that Moyes remains interested and Jones has given an update on whether the move is likely to happen.
What has Jones said about Frattesi?
Jones believes the four-time Italy international is of interest to West Ham but may not be at the top of their list as they look to target a more suitable heir to Declan Rice, telling GIVEMESPORT: “Frattesi is someone who it’s on their radar, but to be honest I think they’re looking for someone more established than that to replace Declan Rice.
“It’s such a big hole that they’re going to have to fill, and they’re going to have to convince the fans and the players that there’s not going to be a big drop off when Rice goes, that’s going to be the big concern.”
Would Frattesi be a good substitute for rice?
While Frattesi is not at Rice’s level, in reality, no one Moyes is targeting will be able to fully account for the Englishman’s loss in central midfield, unless he signs a new contract.
That said, the two specialize in different areas, with Rice better known for his defensive efforts, averaging 1.86 interceptions per 90 minutes over the past year, an amount that puts him in the 94th percentile compared to his colleagues in position.
Instead, his potential replacement is better known for his “smart movement” and involvement in the attacking third, being dubbed “excellent” by journalist Henry Winter for the former during the Euro 2020 final against England
An average of 2.77 touches per 90 minutes in the attacking penalty area puts Frattesi in the 93rd percentile, while the current West Ham option only averages 1.23, so that if Moyes is interested in a more attacking midfielder, he’s a good option, but he shouldn’t be. be considered a similar substitute.
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