OPINION
West Ham are set for a busy summer of spending under new manger Manuel Pellegrini and they should get things off with a bang by chasing Valencia defender Joao Cancelo.
Co-owner David Gold confirmed that the Hammers are likely to enjoy a record-breaking window of spending this summer and they do need several top-class reinforcements to shoot up the table next season.
One area they need to strengthen is at right-back, where they could do with a young option despite an impressive campaign from veteran Pablo Zabaleta.
They should consider hijacking reported interest in Cancelo and he could be a brilliant long-term solution at the London Stadium.
Italian news outlet Tutto Mercato Web reports that Wolves are keen on signing the 23-year-old, while Inter Milan are unlikely to activate a £30.7million release clause for him after his loan spell with them this season.
West Ham should enter the running for the attack-minded right-back to improve their side, but it’s unclear how much Valencia will demand for him.
He is a right-sided flyer with brilliant pace and loves to bomb forward in attack, something that should fit Pellegrini’s style of play well.
The Portugal international has three goals in six caps for his nation and has the potential to develop into a real star.
It would be a real sign of intent if West Ham manager to bring in a full-back of his quality, but it remains to be seen if Pellegrini will bring in high-profile player and splash huge amount of cash..
