West Ham look to boost midfield with AS Roma’s Lorenzo Pellegrini

West Ham United are pushing ahead in their bid to sign Italian midfielder Lorenzo Pellegrini from AS Roma before the summer transfer window closes. According to reports from Corriere dello Sport via Sport Witness, the Hammers are in active talks with Pellegrini’s representatives as they look to strengthen their midfield options. Roma are said to be open to selling the 29-year-old for around €10 million, a modest fee considering his experience and pedigree. Pellegrini’s Roma Exit Looms Pellegrini’s time in Rome looks to be winding down. With just 12 months left on his contract and the club recently stripping him of the captaincy, his future lies away from the Italian capital. New sporting director Frederic Massara has already confirmed that Roma are working to find a solution for the midfielder. During his career at the Stadio Olimpico, Pellegrini has made over 300 appearances, contributing 55 goals and 59 assists. Despite that impressive record, he no longer figures in the club’s long-term plans, leaving the door wide open for a Premier League move. Why West Ham Want Pellegrini West Ham’s interest in Pellegrini comes at a crucial time. Carlos Soler’s underwhelming loan spell has left a gap in midfield, while Edson [...]

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