West Ham United transfer news: Update emerges on Manchester City midfielder Kalvin Phillips medical
Manchester City midfielder Kalvin Phillips is set to undergo his medical at West Ham on Wednesday, 24 January, according to Athletic’s Roshane Thomas and Phil Hay.
They reported on 24 January that David Moyes has admired the central midfielder since his Leeds United days.
The Scotsman revived his interest in Phillips after Pep Guardiola opened the door for him to leave on loan.
Good deal?
The signing becomes crucial for Moyes as it bolsters West Ham’s midfield options, especially in light of injuries to regular midfielders Edson Alvarez and Lucas Paqueta.
Phillips, a player admired by Moyes for quite some time, adds depth and quality to the Hammers’ midfield, offering a strong defensive presence and a range of passing that complements Moyes’ preferred tactical setup.
The manager, known for revitalising players’ careers, sees the England international as a valuable asset to strengthen West Ham’s bid for a higher position in the Premier League and progress in the Europa League.
The midfielder’s lack of playing time at Manchester City, combined with his desire for regular minutes to secure a spot in Gareth Southgate’s England squad for the European Championship, makes a move to the London Stadium a sensible one.
However, given that their midfield was secured, it remains to be seen how he fits into the squad.
The move provides Phillips with an opportunity to rediscover his form and contribute significantly to West Ham’s objectives and it remains to be seen if he joins permanently.
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