{"items":[{"title":"Centre-backs who West Ham should consider signing in the summer","body":"
It\u2019s likely to be another busy summer for West\u00a0Ham this year.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Manuel\u00a0Pellegrini\u2019s men have had a mixed season so far, with inconsistency accompanying the team\u2019s obvious potential.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The Hammers have been hurt by injuries, especially in the defensive areas. For much of the season, they have been without Winston Reid and Fabian Balbuena, with the latter having been a vital part of the manager\u2019s plans.\u00a0<\/p>\n
West Ham have options at the back but appear to have grown reliant on Issa Diop, whose performances this season have earned him plenty of plaudits.\u00a0<\/p>\n
It is likely that the club will make several moves at the end of the season to ensure that they are well prepared for the following campaign, which could signal the recruitment of yet more defensive talent.\u00a0<\/p>\n
So, without further ado, take a look at six central defenders who we feel West Ham should consider pursuing in the summer transfer window.<\/p>\n","author":"Luke Osman","image":[{"url":"https:\/\/readeverything.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2019\/02\/1025796474-1200x800.jpg","author":"Stephen Pond\/Getty Images Sport","title":"West Ham United v Wolverhampton Wanderers - Premier League"}],"dates":{"published":"2019-02-15T20:34:03+00:00","updated":"2019-02-15T20:34:42+00:00"},"id":"21-39021","link":[{"rel":"self","type":"text\/html","href":"https:\/\/readwestham.com\/2019\/02\/15\/centre-backs-who-west-ham-should-consider-signing-in-the-summer\/"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"application\/json","href":"https:\/\/readeverything.co\/msn-feed\/?id=21-39021"}],"keywords":[],"slideshows":[{"images":[{"title":"Centre-backs who West Ham should consider signing in the summer","body":"
It’s likely to be another busy summer for West Ham this year.
Manuel Pellegrini’s men have had a mixed season so far, with inconsistency accompanying the team’s obvious potential.
The Hammers have been hurt by injuries, especially in the defensive areas. For much of the season, they have been without Winston Reid and Fabian Balbuena, with the latter having been a vital part of the manager’s plans.
West Ham have options at the back but appear to have grown reliant on Issa Diop, whose performances this season have earned him plenty of plaudits.
It is likely that the club will make several moves at the end of the season to ensure that they are well prepared for the following campaign, which could signal the recruitment of yet more defensive talent.
So, without further ado, take a look at six central defenders who we feel West Ham should consider pursuing in the summer transfer window.<\/p>\n","author":"Stephen Pond\/Getty Images Sport","url":"https:\/\/readeverything.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2019\/02\/1025796474.jpg","thumbnail":"https:\/\/readeverything.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2019\/02\/1025796474-160x160.jpg"},{"title":"Willi Orban","body":"
Orban is a key player for RB Leipzig and is among the most underrated defenders in\u00a0Germany. He is strong, commanding and adept on the ball. He’d add leadership qualities and intelligence to the ranks.<\/p>\n","author":"Alexander Hassenstein\/Getty Images Sport","url":"https:\/\/readeverything.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2019\/02\/1066479840.jpg","thumbnail":"https:\/\/readeverything.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2019\/02\/1066479840-160x160.jpg"},{"title":"Djene Dakonam","body":"
Djene would be a strong signing for West\u00a0Ham. He reads the game excellently and has established himself as a vital member of the Getafe team.<\/p>\n","author":"Denis Doyle\/Getty Images Sport","url":"https:\/\/readeverything.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2019\/02\/1067232436.jpg","thumbnail":"https:\/\/readeverything.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2019\/02\/1067232436-160x160.jpg"},{"title":"Domagoj Vida","body":"
Vida would add a versatile, experienced option to Pellegrini’s squad. The Croatian international can play out from the back and is a tough-tackling central defender.<\/p>\n","author":"Matthias Hangst\/Getty Images Sport","url":"https:\/\/readeverything.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2019\/02\/999447850.jpg","thumbnail":"https:\/\/readeverything.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2019\/02\/999447850-160x160.jpg"},{"title":"Nicolas Nkoulou","body":"
Nkoulou is an important player for Torino and would be a shrewd signing for West Ham. He’s good in the air, an intelligent decision-maker and a well-rounded defender.<\/p>\n","author":"Valerio Pennicino\/Getty Images Sport","url":"https:\/\/readeverything.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2019\/02\/1061060924.jpg","thumbnail":"https:\/\/readeverything.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2019\/02\/1061060924-160x160.jpg"},{"title":"Niklas Stark","body":"
Stark could be an excellent signing for West Ham. He’s not yet achieved his once-immense potential but remains a strong defender; he is aggressive, dominant and forward-thinking.<\/p>\n","author":"Nils Petter Nilsson\/Ombrello\/Getty Images Sport","url":"https:\/\/readeverything.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2019\/02\/801165520.jpg","thumbnail":"https:\/\/readeverything.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2019\/02\/801165520-160x160.jpg"},{"title":"Andreas Christensen","body":"
Christensen would be a clever signing for West Ham. Maurizio Sarri has frozen him out at\u00a0Chelsea, and he could be seeking a departure from Stamford Bridge. He is experienced despite his young age and has proven to be a high-level\u00a0Premier League centre-back.\u00a0<\/p>\n","author":"Laszlo Szirtesi\/Getty Images Sport","url":"https:\/\/readeverything.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2019\/02\/1082101708.jpg","thumbnail":"https:\/\/readeverything.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2019\/02\/1082101708-160x160.jpg"}]}]}]}