According to Spanish publication Fichajes, West Ham United is reportedly prepared to face Tottenham Hotspur in a bid to sign Palmeiras star Richard Rios. The Hammers had a successful run under David Moyes’s leadership in the previous few years, winning a Europa Conference League trophy, but they have since fallen into a precarious position after splitting from him. Last summer, the Spanish manager was given money to bolster the team.

But under his leadership, things didn’t work out as planned, thus West Ham chose to fire him. The new manager, Graham Potter, has been brought in to help the team move forward and stabilize the situation. With 27 points from 24 games, the East London team is presently ranked 15th in the Premier League.

West Ham has begun exploring ways to bolster the team that will be available come summertime.Rios has been identified by Potter’s team as a significant target in their search for a new midfield player, according to Fichajes.

Battle

The player’s £84 million release clause would make it extremely difficult for the Hammers to complete the transfer. Nevertheless, the midfield player is eager to move to Europe in order to advance in his career. Palmeiras might be forced to reduce their valuation as a result of this.

Tottenham Hotspur are also interested in buying the Colombian, moreover, Nottingham Forest are in this race as well. Therefore, in order to complete the transaction, West Ham will need to overcome fierce competition.

Spurs can use Lucas Bergvall, Rodrigo Bentancur, Yves Bissouma, and Pape Matar Sarr in the engine room. Archie Gray is also a possibility for this role, but because of their back injury crisis, he has been playing center back.

Bergvall needs time to establish his profession because he is still an adolescent. Thus, before the upcoming season, Tottenham might use the addition of a fresh midfield player.

Rios helped Colombia get to the Copa America final last summer and has recently shown off his skills for Palmeiras. Thus, if either Tottenham or West Ham can get the 24-year-old at a fair price, he may be a wise addition to their squad.