West Ham United want to sign Southampton midfielder Mario Lemina this summer according to a report from the Guardian.
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The Hammers could face competition from Newcastle United for the Gabon international’s signature, however.
David Moyes will undoubtedly be keen to bolster his central midfield ranks this summer.
Declan Rice and Tomas Soucek have forged a wonderful partnership in the middle of the park.
West Ham boss Moyes has only Mark Noble and unproven youngster Conor Coventry in reserve, however.
The Hammers are very weak in that particular department.
West Ham eyeing summer swoop for Southampton ace Mario Lemina?
The Hammers want to bring the 27-year-old Saints midfielder to the London Stadium this summer, according to a report from the Guardian.
The Gabon international is currently on loan with Fulham. The Cottagers do have an option to buy the midfielder, but with Scott Parker’s side heading for relegation down to the Championship, a permanent move to Craven Cottage is unlikely for the Southampton man.
Lemina would be a fine addition for West Ham.
The 27-year-old has great technical ability and has plenty of energy.
In 25 Premier League games this season, Lemina has averaged 1.8 tackles, 1.1 interceptions, 0.9 dribbles and 1.5 successful long balls per game. He has averaged 29.3 passes per match with a fine completion rate of 83.9% (Who Scored).
£7 million for Lemina seems like an absolute steal. And West Ham should not hesitate to sign the Southampton midfielder this summer.
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