West Ham are believed to be ‘very close’ to signing West Brom winger Matheus Pereira this summer.
The Hammers have been perenially linked with the Brazilian during the transfer window and could now be edging towards winning the race.
Irons’ boss David Moyes could make Pereira the second signing of the window having confirmed the arrival of goalkeeper Alphonse Areola on a season-long loan last week.
According to journalist Ekrem Konur on Twitter, West Ham are nearing a move for the £22million valued ace.
Twitter:
As of now, Matheus Pereira is very close to West Ham.
#MatheusPereira | #WHUFC | #COYI |#الهلال| #AlHilal |#UTA… https://t.co/qy3th1fORI (@Ekremkonur)
Pereira could be the alternative to what now seems an unlikely swoop for 2020/21 loan star Jesse Lingard.
Despite suffering relegation at West Brom last season, the 25-year-old scored 11 goals and registered six assists in 33 Premier League outings.
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Signing Pereira would certainly bolster the attacking options at Moyes’ disposal at the London Stadium.
Capable of operating across the frontline, the Brazilian ace would offer supreme versatility to the Hammers as well as an abundance of threatening attributes.
Valued at £13.5million and under contract until 2024 at the Hawthorns (Transfermarkt), the mooted £22million asking price would represent good value whilst also offering the Baggies a near £13million profit.
