Why West Ham over Everton could be the ideal destination for Gian Marco Ferrari
Sassuolo’s Gianmarco Ferrari is reportedly on the radar of a few English Premier League teams, including the likes of West Ham and Everton. The 26-year-old defender, who was on loan with Sampdoria for the 2017-18 season, might not be keen to return to Sassuolo after attracting attention from the English top-flight.
Everton and West Ham have appointed new managers and they must bolster their teams. To that end, a move for Ferrari could benefit both teams.
Let’s take a look at the two clubs and analyse as to which one would be the ideal destination for the Italian defender.
West Ham United
Manuel Pellegrini has brought in a wave of excitement at West Ham. The Chilean has made quite a few important signings so far but the club will need more if they are to make it to Europe next season.
The defence, in particular, was a weak link for the Hammers over the last year. Now, Jose Fonte has been sold to Chinese outfit Dalian Yifang and Declan Rice is too young to play a full campaign.
Angelo Ogbonna and Winston Reid are the only established centre-back options but both of them are on the wrong side of 30. Thus, it’s a no-brainer that West Ham still need defensive reinforcements before starting the upcoming season.
Everton
Quite like West Ham, Everton have a number of centre-backs with the likes of Michael Keane, Phil Jagielka, Mason Holgate and Ashley Williams.
However, they could add a new defender to their ranks. Mangala’s loan is over and the club should replace him with a new signing, which explains their interest in Ferrari.
Verdict
Although both the clubs are keen on the defender, West Ham United seem like the ideal destination for Ferrari. With Pellegrini at the helm, the Hammers are in for a bright future.
And surely a player of the Italian’s calibre would work wonders for a new-look West Ham side next season. Pellegrini seems to need Ferrari more than Everton and the player fits the profile perfectly.
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