West Ham‘s potential Europa League exit and recent struggles highlight their need for squad depth. One name linked to them is Juventus’ Arthur Melo, a player with both potential and question marks.
The 2-0 defeat to Bayer Leverkusen exposed West Ham’s limitations in squad depth. While Leverkusen made impactful substitutions, West Ham’s options were limited, with only Ben Johnson and Nayef Aguerd coming on as replacements.
To address this issue, West Ham needs a balanced approach, targeting players with experience alongside promising youngsters. However, their latest transfer target, Arthur Melo, raises questions.
The Brazilian midfielder, currently on loan at Fiorentina, has shown glimpses of his talent but has also been plagued by injuries throughout his career. This has prevented him from reaching his full potential.
According to reports, West Ham faces competition from Arsenal for Arthur’s signature. His transfer fee is estimated to be around €20 million, with Fiorentina unlikely to exercise their purchase option.
Arthur Melo offers potential but comes with significant injury risk. West Ham needs to carefully consider whether he represents a smart investment or a gamble they can’t afford to take.