According to a recent report by A Bola, West Ham United are ready to reignite their interest and make an offer to secure the signature of FC Porto forward Moussa Marega during this summer transfer period. However, the same source has also claimed that the Hammers will face stiff competition from Newcastle United in pursuit of the Liga NOS striker in this off-season.
A Bola has also added that any potential transfer involving Marega will take place on deadline day as Porto boss Sergio Conceição won’t let his star forward leave before his team’s Champions League qualifier versus Krasnodar on August 7.
Moussa Marega’s Incredible Season At Estádio Do Dragão
The Mali international enjoyed a fantastic campaign in the Portuguese top-flight after he put in numerous goal-scoring displays under Conceição’s stewardship last season. Marega made 47 appearances for the Liga NOS giants in the previous term, finding the back of the net 21 times while grabbing 11 assists across all competitions.
The 28-year-old is currently playing an integral role for his nation, having featured in 18 international matches for Mali while registering two goals in the process. The Les Ulis born talent primarily operates as a centre-forward but can also play as a right-sided winger if required.
What Will The Mali Forward Add To Pellegrini’s Side?
Marega boasts blistering pace, which allows him to make some darting runs behind the opposition backline. He is a commanding presence in the final third and can win a lot of 50-50 aerial duels using his strength and power inside the opposition penalty area. The Mali striker proved his worth last season when he scored and created goals consistently at the top level.
Is Marega The Right Choice For The Hammers?
The acquisition of a quality centre-forward like Marega would undoubtedly bolster Pellegrini’s attacking options significantly at the London Stadium. It will be a mouth-watering prospect for everyone associated with the Hammers to witness the Porto star linking up with West Ham’s new signing Sebastian Haller up top.
Marega could form a formidable partnership with Haller which might be enough to propel West Ham to break into the top 6 of the English top-flight next season. Hence, the Malian forward will be a brilliant signing for the East London outfit before the start of the new campaign.
