Lanzini likes his new deep lying role

Manuel Lanzini’s preparations for the 2021/22 campaign have included taking on a slightly different role in the West Ham midfield.

Just as at Celtic last weekend, the Argentinian lined up at Brentford in a deeper-lying midfield role, this time partnering Conor Coventry as his team secured a 1-0 win at the Premier League new boys.

Speaking to West Ham TV Lanzini said “For me personally it’s good. I’m feeling very well, it’s a new position for me but I like it. I like it because I get more touches of the ball and can help the team keep possession. It’s good to start to play, to get the minutes and I feel like I’m ready for the new season.”

David Moyes is said to think Manuel Lanzini can play a big role for the squad this coming season and the Argentinan is no longer on the market and surplus to requirements.

Manu had a great game for the Hammers at Brentford yesterday before he was replaced by Fredericks Alves with a change of formation and he will be hoping he gets many more minutes on the pitch this season with the prospect of Europa League football.