West Ham on the brink of major signing
Posted by Cathal Breathnach on June 15, 2010 | 3 Comments
It has been reported today that West Ham are on the brink of signing the Argentinian midfielder Juan Riquelme.
Riquelme, 31, has spent the last 3 years with Boca Juniors but is now available on a free transfer and it would appear as though he may be on his way to Upton Park (or Boleyn Park, whichever suits) pretty soon.
Barry McIntosh, who is the player’s agent, had this to say today : “I think the location of London, the challenge at West Ham and working beside the likes of Scott Parker and Thomas Hitzlsperger have been very important factors in him considering the move.”
McIntosh went onto say : “Right now, we think the best option, the most likely, and the one he’s most interested in is West Ham.”
Personally, I believe this would be an incredible signing for the Hammers. Even though he is getting on a bit now, Riquelme is still a very gifted player who could certainly do a job for West Ham. I would love to see how Riquelme would adapt to the pace of the Premier League and judging by reports, I won’t have to wait long.
What do you think? Comments below please.
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June 15th, 2010 @ 11:02 PM
Great player up the hammers
June 16th, 2010 @ 12:47 AM
On a free transfer, I think Riquelme could be one of the signings of the summer. Whether he’s a Grant signing or not is another story.
Ok, I know he’s getting on a bit, but I’d say at 31 there is a fair chance West Ham could get a good year or two out of him.
From West Hams point of view, a midtable position this season should be their aim and I believe this is the sort of short term signing that could help them achieve this.
June 16th, 2010 @ 10:00 PM
He’s so slick, run a muck for the hammers I’d say, great signing.