West Ham United are on the verge of completing the signings of Guido Rodriguez and Niclas Fullkrug. According to Sky Sports News. and C and H’s very own Sean Whetstone, it is understood that there are no issues with the deals at present, but the medicals were delayed. The Irons hope to unveil the German striker and Argentine midfielder as their latest additions to Julen Lopetegui’s squad on Monday or Tuesday of next week.
Sean Whetstone took to ‘X’ this afternoon to confirm the delays: “Despite conflicting reports, Part one medicals for Niclas Füllkrug and Guido Rodriguez are today after both players flew in yesterday afternoon and evening. Part two medicals are scheduled for tomorrow (Monday). Contracts should be signed late Monday if all goes well with announcements either last Monday or Tuesday morning after media work.“
The signing of Rodriguez and Fullkrug will be a major boost for West Ham, who have been looking to strengthen their squad this summer. The Argentine midfielder and the German striker are both experienced players, and their arrival will provide competition for places and improve the overall quality of the squad.
West Ham have already made a number of signings this summer, including Max Kilman, Luis Guilherme along with the just-unveiled Crysencio Summerville: The addition of Rodriguez and Fullkrug will further strengthen their squad. The Irons could be well-placed to challenge for a top-six finish in the Premier League this season.
