West Ham have today emerged as an ‘option’ for experienced Barcelona goalkeeper Neto.
Previously linked with interest from Everton and Arsenal, the 31-year-old Brazilian is now said to be attracting the ‘most interest’ from the Hammers.
That’s according to a report from Mundo Deportivo (via Sport Witness), as cited by Barca Buzz on Twitter, claiming the Catalan giants could be willing to sell for €12million (£10.3million).
Twitter:
(NETO): West Ham United is a possible destination for Neto.
• The Hammers, who will play in the Europa League ne… https://t.co/TKysjqAxcm (@Barca_Buzz)
The report claims the one time capped Brazil international ‘wants to leave’ the Camp Nou this summer in order to seek more game time.
Under contract until 2023 in Catalunia, Neto holds a perceived market value of £9million (Transfermarkt).
Overall this season, the Brazilian has made 12 appearances across all competitions – including three UEFA Champions League outings.
READ WEST HAM VERDICT
Signing a goalkeeper this summer looks to be high on David Moyes’ list of priorities.
Heavily linked with West Brom stopper Sam Johnstone in recent weeks, these fresh links cast further doubt on the long-term number one spot currently held by Lukasz Fabianski.
At 36 years old there’s no doubt a replacement for the Pole will be required in the not too distant future, however, the speculation would point towards a sea change as early as next season.
