With the January window looming, huge news at Chelsea may finally see a double deal materialize at West Ham who are struggling under Julen Lopetegui. West Ham recruited abysmally over the summer and are nowhere near the high water mark of expectation. So it is more than curious that Chelsea’s squad, led by former West Ham assistant Enzo Maresca, might offer the Hammers a lifeline in this tough time.
Struggles For West Ham This Season
A total of £155m was spent during the summer transfer window with players like Mohammed Kudus, Edson Alvarez, and Aaron Wan-Bissaka joining West Ham, performances were abysmal. And in all this chaos is the technical director Tim Steidten, under whose care this spending spree had taken place. The team’s midfield lacks pace, power, and creativity, and this has been one of the challenges for the team in that the collection of players doesn’t work well together. The forward options have also suffered from injuries, with West Ham’s new signing Niclas Fullkrug yet to make a full impact.
On the other side of defense, left-back position causes problems with Emerson Palmieri who is far from being reliable. And there’s no another senior cover for him besides Aaron Cresswell, who turns 35 and his contract will be over this summer. West Ham need boosting and the money has run pretty short since the summer. That is why loans are going to do, and Chelsea with such depth squad might find ideal solutions.
Left Back Solution By Chelsea: Ben Chilwell
One of the biggest names on Maresca’s bench is Chelsea’s Ben Chilwell. Though talented he seems squeezed out by the Italian’s plans for this team. West Ham, whose main problem at left back might find a savior in him. Journalist Graeme Bailey recently reported that Chelsea would look for an 18-month loan deal for Chilwell. This deal would ease a major problem for West Ham without costing them a massive amount of money.
Chilwell is reportedly eager to quit Chelsea in the next transfer window. And West Ham signing him would be a great asset to their backline because of his athleticism and experience in the Premier League. But his wage demands make it hard for West Ham to sign him permanently. Since they have already over extended their budget on summer signings. A loan deal would suit both parties. As it would give Chilwell the game time he wants, and West Ham the reinforcement they need.
Midefield Solution By Chelsea: Carney Chukwuemeka
West Ham desperately needs athleticism and creativity in midfield, and the latest top target is Carney Chukwuemeka. At 21, Chukwuemeka possesses the energy, skill, and versatility that West Ham so desperately craves. He can play both centrally and out wide. And it is this style of play that has been missing under Lopetegui. West Ham’s interest in Chukwuemeka all summer had always been doubted, and it now explains why they wanted to bring him aboard.
Enzo Maresca recently spoke on Chukwuemeka’s future at Chelsea, stating that despite his fantastic potential, the young midfielder must play regular football elsewhere. According to Maresca’s view on Chukwuemeka, Chelsea would allow him to go on loan. And it perfectly fits the needs of West Ham. A loan will develop Chukwuemeka with regular play and add a missing dynamic midfielder in West Ham.
A Double Deal In Making
A double loan deal with Chelsea may be the January solution that West Ham has been waiting for. These two players would greatly add much needed depth and quality to the Hammers’ squad as a result of addressing their weaknesses in midfield and left back.
Now near the January window, Chelsea’s willingness to send out talent might just help West Ham solve its season. With deals for Chilwell and Chukwuemeka probably turning the season on for West Ham, giving Lopetegui perhaps enough tools to shape a good cohesive, and competitive team.
In conclusion, Chelsea’s surplus of talent and West Ham’s glaring needs have created a unique opportunity for both clubs. If West Ham can secure these loan deals, they could be poised for a turnaround in the second half of the season.
Now it would be interesting to know suggestions from fans of both sides. This deal could shape the Premier League journey for both teams. For West Ham, it can be a rescue operation. On the other hand, for Chelsea, it is a great way to give game time to its players. And also offload its already big squad.
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