West Ham have been named among the clubs interested in signing West Brom attacker Matheus Pereira this summer.
The 25-year-old enjoyed a superb 2020/21 campaign despite the Baggies ultimate relegation – scoring 11 times and registering six assists in the Premier League.
That form has led to speculation suggesting the Brazilian could remain a top-flight player next term, perhaps with the Midlands club aiming to recoup some lost revenue by selling their prized asset.
According to a report from French outlet Foot Mercato, as cited by Westham_hub on Twitter, the Hammers have been named alongside Aston Villa as potential suitors for the ace’s signature.
Twitter: West Brom have placed a €25m price-tag on star winger Matheus Pereira this summer, with both West Ham & Aston Villa… https://t.co/GWEcFy92Wi (@westham_hub)
The report also mentions a €25m (£21.5m) price tag for Pereira, a fee above the perceived £11.7m market value (Transfermarkt).
This season the man described as an ‘absolute delight to watch’ by Micah Richards earned an impressive average Sofascore rating of 7.18 in 33 Premier League outings.
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Uncapped by Brazil, Pereira has been somewhat of a late bloomer professionally – only truly finding form for West Brom during the promotion-winning campaign of 2019/20.
That said, this past season has been a hugely impactful one from the versatile forward, especially considering the plight of the side moreover.
Possessing a plethora of attacking skills, Pereira would be a brilliant addition to the squad at the London Stadium and one David Moyes should certainly consider.
