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See the full story · 1 sourcesNapoli consider move for West Ham defender Jean-Clair Todibo
West Ham United defender Jean-Clair Todibo is attracting transfer interest from Napoli, according to respected transfer journalist Gianluca DiMarzio .
The Hammers signed the Frenchman two years ago for big money, but he has struggled to live up to expectations in England.
West Ham do not necessarily need the funds following the big-money sales of Crysencio Summerville and Mateus Fernandes.
However, Todibo’s inconsistent performances, and perhaps desire to play in a more prominent league, could push him out of the London Stadium.
The Italian club is searching for replacements for the injured Alessandro Buongiorno. They are eyeing several options, including Tiago Gabriel, Benoit Badiashile, and Federico Gatti.
However, their search has brought them to the West Ham star. The 26-year-old won 50 percent of his aerial and 68% of his ground duels last season in the Premier League.
While it didn’t save them from relegation, Todibo struck up a solid defensive partnership with Axel Disasi. It was better than his calamitous pairing with Max Kilman.
West Ham should sell Todibo
If West Ham can recoup the majority of the funds they invested in Todibo, they should not hesitate to sanction a permanent sale this summer.
He has never truly raised the level of the Hammers’ defence and failed to provide the stability needed to fix one of the leakiest rearguards in the Premier League.
A loan deal should not even be considered. West Ham need to move on permanently and use the money generated from Todibo’s departure to rebuild their options.
There is little value in keeping a player who has not consistently delivered and could still command a decent fee in the market.
With a major defensive overhaul required, the funds from his exit could be better invested elsewhere.
A sensible replacement would be Marseille’s CJ Egan-Riley. West Ham were keen on the England youth international after his outstanding Championship campaign.
He helped Burnley keep 26 clean sheets in 41 appearances while impressing with his dominance in duels and composure in possession.
His move to France has not gone to plan. That should encourage West Ham to reignite their interest. The Hammers must consider a loan deal.
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