West Ham defender Fabian Balbuena has decided to leave the club in the summer according to a report from insiders Claret and Hugh.
The report claims the Paraguay international has made up his mind regarding his future and will seek pastures new when his contract expires at the end of this season.
Portuguese transfer expert Pedro Almeida has recently suggested Balbuena could return to Brazil, having signed for the Hammers from Corinthians back in 2018.
Balbuena, 29, has fallen out of favour at the London Stadium having been a mainstay in David Moyes’ side during the early weeks of the season, making 16 appearances in all competitions. ,
However, a combination of injury and Craig Dawson’s form has meant Balbuena’s opportunities have been limited and this could be his last season in east London.
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Having looked a certainty for a new deal before Christmas, the 14-cap ace’s demise in Moyes’ plans has been stark and now an amicable departure seems best for all parties.
Still with plenty to offer, there’s bound to be interest from European clubs, and perhaps even Premier League sides.
In terms of a replacement, the Hammers may well dip into the market once again but much of that may depend on what is decided with Craig Dawson.
January arrival and highly regarded youngster Frederik Alves would appear to be the next cab off the central defensive rank.
