Analysing the Transfer Gossip – 31st July (Part Two)

West Ham are still in the market to sign Udinese forward Matej Vydra, 21, as they look to solve their striking problems.

What’s the story? West Ham need to upgrade their attack, which is currently identical to last year’s pretty uninspiring group.

Does it make sense? It’s a risk. Vydra has only had one full season and that was in the English second tier. He’s got class and is a ruthless finisher, but he is unproven and can be inconsistent.

Is the price right? Udinese have asked for £8m which is fair enough as they have no reason to sell him. Too much to pay but no doubt as the deadline approaches someone will disagree.

Will it happen? 6/10 – West Ham are linked most often. There’s absolutely no chance of a loan but if they pay what Udinese want they can get it done.

Read part one here.