Guido Rodriguez looking at Graham Potter in circle clapping
(Credit: Imago)
Jack Dawson
Wed 27 August 2025 10:40, UK
West Ham are looking to upgrade their midfield before the transfer window closes.
The Hammers’ awful start to the Premier League season has caused panic among the fanbase, with the East London club currently sitting bottom of the Premier League.
Multiple players have been criticised for this, with West Ham’s midfield becoming a major concern.
Now, Guido Rodriguez looks destined to depart the London Stadium, with the Hammers setting a £4.3million asking price.
However, Graham Potter may have now quickly found a replacement who is significantly better than the Argentine.
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Guido Rodriguez looks set for a quick departure from West Ham (Credit: Imago)
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How does Ibrahim Sangare compare to Guido Rodriguez
West Ham are looking to bring Ibrahim Sangare to the London Stadium before the transfer window closes.
A loan bid has been submitted for the 27-year-old, with the offer being considered by Nottingham Forest.
Sangare has been at the East Midlands side since 2023, but has struggled to cement a spot in the starting XI.
Nevertheless, the defensive midfielder has helped the Tricky Trees rise up the top-flight and has established himself as a great defensive midfielder.
Defensive stats per 90 mins 2024/25 Premier League season Ibrahim Sangare Guido Rodriguez
Tackles won 2.14 1.48
Duels won 7.02 4.83
Aerial Duels won 1.53 0.86
Interceptions 0.92 1.01
Recoveries 6.41 4.13
Possession won in final third 0.15 0.13
Dribbled past 1.37 1.25
Sangare beats Rodriguez in most stats
According to Fotmob’s stats for the 2024/25 Premier League campaign, Sangare is significantly better than Rodriguez at defending.
The Ivory Coast international beats the Argentine in almost every area, proving that he could plug the hole in West Ham’s leaky defence.
Graham Potter on the touchline in West Ham training gear.
Graham Potter has been keen to upgrade his midfield (Credit: Imago)
West Ham need to quickly rid themselves of Guido Rodriguez
If the signing of Sangare goes through, Rodriguez will surely have little to no game time at West Ham going forward.
Therefore, it is vital that Potter quickly finds a buy for the midfielder before the end of the transfer window.
While the £4.3m asking price presents a significant loss, it is better than watching his value deteriorate further while he keeps picking up his wage package.
Hopefully, a deal can soon be done, or West Ham risk having yet another flop stuck in their squad.
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