Graham Potter
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Dr Rajpal Brar
Sun 6 July 2025 18:10, UK
West Ham are reportedly keen on securing the services of Juventus winger Nico Gonzalez in the summer transfer window.
Dr Rajpal Brar, an injury expert, has assessed his history of muscular setbacks ahead of a potential move this summer.
The Argentina international played 26 league games last season, scoring three goals and providing two assists.
London Stadium
New signings are expected at the London Stadium. (Credit: Imago)
Gonzalez’s muscle injury history needs to be considered by the Hammers
The Hammers will have to consider the risk/reward given Gonzalez’s muscle injury concerns before signing him, according to Dr Brar.
West Ham want to sign the Juventus winger at a bargain fee, with £22million expected to seal the deal. (Calciomercato, 22 June)
Club Appearances Goals Assists
Fiorentina 125 38 19
VfB Stuttgart 79 23 10
Juventus 38 5 4
Gonzalez’s career stats.
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Speaking exclusively with West Ham Zone, Dr Brar, a specialist in Physical Therapy and a Sports Scientist, said: “The club may take a closer look at his recent significant muscle injury to see if there’s any potential for longer-term recurrence.
“He missed quite a few games last season because of it, so that’s undoubtedly a worry.
“However, any club will look at the risk/reward before making a decision about it.”
Mohammed Kudus
Mohammed Kudus could leave this summer. (Credit: Imago)
West Ham should consider signing Gonzalez
West Ham should consider signing Gonzalez due to his versatility, proven qualityand potential to thrive under Graham Potter’s system.
The 27-year-old Argentine winger offers dynamism on both flanks or centrally, addressing the Hammers’ need for creativity with Mohammed Kudus’ potential departure.
Despite a modest 2024/25 season, his Fiorentina stint showcases his ability to deliver consistent goal contributions.
Potter’s tactically flexible, possession-based 3-5-2 formation, which utilises split strikers and wing-backs, suits the Argentine’s work rate and flair.
By deploying him as a mobile forward alongside Jarrod Bowen, Potter can maximise Gonzalez’s pace, dribbling and pressing, enhancing the Irons’ attacking fluidity while leveraging his Copa America-winning experience to boost squad morale.
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