Juventus on red alert for Emerson transfer as sources share West Ham development
Emerson is at a crossroads at West Ham United after being usurped by Ollie Scarles after Graham Potter’s arrival.
West Ham have steered clear of the relegation zone after earning consecutive victories over Arsenal and Leicester in their last two Premier League games and now sit 15th in the table.
Emerson had to settle for a place on the bench in both those games as Scarles impressed as Potter’s preferred wing-back on the left-hand side.
Having lost his place to a 19-year-old, the Italy international could open his doors to seek a move away from the London Stadium this summer.
Emerson not agitating for transfer at West Ham
While a senior player being frustrated with a youngster taking his place in the starting line-up is not uncommon, Emerson has reacted to his development at West Ham positively, according to GIVEMESPORT.
The news outlet reported via their website on 3 March that sources have told them that the 30-year-old is not agitating for a move away from the London Stadium and instead has come to terms with his situation.
Emerson has set his eyes on earning his place back in Potter’s preferred starting line-up instead of seeking a quick exit.
| Matches | Minutes | Goals | Assists | Chances Created | Successful crosses per 90mins | Tackles per 90mins | Duels won per 90mins |
| 24 | 1714′ | 2 | 1 | 15 | 0.84 | 1.37 | 4.2 |
The English tactician has no plans to omit the defender entirely anyway and intends to his him between now and the end of the season.
However, this has not stopped Emerson’s admirers from being alerted to his situation in East London.
Juventus are already showing an interest in acquiring the former Chelsea ace’s services after being put on ‘red alert’ by his situation at West Ham.
Potter encouraging competition for places
Emerson was a regular starter under Julen Lopetegui, starting in 18 of West Ham’s 20 Premier League games before Potter’s arrival.
However, the former Chelsea manager appears to be encouraging competition for places at the London Stadium, with Emerson and Scarles now vying for that left wing-back spot.
Meanwhile, another left-back Aaron Cresswell has established himself as a left-sided centre-back under the 49-year-old.