_WEST HAM UNITED EYE COLOMBIAN STAR JHON ARIAS IN LATE TRANSFER WINDOW SWOOP_
West Ham United have entered talks to sign Colombian midfielder Jhon Arias, according to sources close to the club. The 25-year-old, currently playing for Fluminense in Brazil, has caught the eye of Hammers manager David Moyes.
_ARIAS’ PROFILE_
1. Central midfielder with excellent vision and passing range.
2. 14 caps for Colombia, scoring 1 goal.
3. Impressive performances in Brasileirão and Copa Libertadores.
_WEST HAM’S INTEREST_
1. Moyes seeks to bolster midfield options.
2. Arias’ creativity and work rate align with West Ham’s style.
3. Potential replacement for departing players.
_TRANSFER DETAILS_
1. Reported £10 million transfer fee.
2. Five-year contract on the table.
3. Talks ongoing, with medical pending.
_EXPERT ANALYSIS_
“Arias would bring a new dimension to West Ham’s midfield. His South American flair could complement Moyes’ pragmatic approach,” said South American football expert, Tim Vickery.
_WEST HAM’S MIDFIELD NEEDS_
1. Reinforcements needed after injuries to key players.
2. Arias’ arrival would increase competition for places.
3. Potential impact on team dynamics.
_FLUMINENSE’S STANCE_
1. Brazilian club reluctant to lose key player.
2. Arias’ departure would weaken Fluminense’s title hopes.
_STATISTICS_
1. Arias: 22 appearances, 4 goals, 5 assists for Fluminense (2023).
2. West Ham United: 12th in Premier League (15 points from 12 games).
_SOURCES_
– Sky Sports
– BBC Sport
– Globo Esporte
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