According to a report in iNews, West Ham United have expressed interest in signing Lecce’s young centre-back Tiago Gabriel. The club have already held preliminary discussions with Lecce to assess the player’s availability. Tiago Gabriel has been performing consistently well since joining the Serie A club last January, and this has led to big clubs like Juventus keeping an eye on him.
West Ham United want Tiago Gabriel
Signed for just £1.5 million, the 20-year-old defender has quickly established himself in Lecce’s squad. His physical strength, ability to win duels, and calmness make him a special defender. These qualities are not available easily in a player of even a big elite club in their squads today. This is why Tiago Gabriel is being termed as a “sought-after” talent.
Lecce currently appear willing to sell the player, valuing him at around £20 million. If this deal goes through, it would prove to be a lucrative sale, similar to Patrick Dorgu’s transfer to Manchester United last year.
Reports have indicated that Juventus currently lead the race for Tiago Gabriel, but West Ham are also pursuing a similar approach. The Hammers are looking to strengthen their defence, and investing in a young, energetic player could be beneficial. Some reports also suggested that West Ham had previously inquired about the player.
Will he be a good choice for the Hammers?
The question now is: which club will Tiago Gabriel choose, the lure of the Premier League or a Serie A giant like Juventus?
Tiago Gabriel would be a wise but somewhat risky investment for West Ham. The player is young and lacks experience, but his growth and current form show that he can quickly become a top-level defender.
If the Hammers provide the 20-year-old with the right environment and playing time, this deal could yield significant returns in the future. If they want him, West Ham will need to move more aggressively than Juventus; otherwise, this talent could slip away from them.
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