Liverpool and West Ham are among a growing list of Premier League clubs expressing interest in Metz’s teenage sensation Idrissa Gueye. Sources close to Football Insider reveal that the 18-year-old Senegalese striker has become one of European football’s most sought-after talents.
Clubs Interested in Idrissa Gueye
- Liverpool: Searching for a long-term striking solution following mixed results with Darwin Nunez.
- West Ham: Looking to fill the void left by Michail Antonio’s forthcoming departure.
- Crystal Palace, Brighton, Southampton, Sunderland, Ipswich: Monitoring Gueye’s progress and potential.
International Interest
Idrissa Gueye’s impressive form has also caught the attention of several top European clubs:
- Germany: Borussia Dortmund and Eintracht Frankfurt are keen on acquiring his services.
- Italy: Parma, Atalanta, and Inter Milan are reportedly considering a move for the talented forward.
Performance and Valuation
In the previous season, Gueye scored six goals in 17 Ligue 2 appearances for Metz, showcasing his ability to perform at a high level. According to L’Équipe, Metz has placed a £17 million (€20 million) price tag on their prized asset.
Gueye primarily played as a number nine under manager Stephane Le Mignan, though he occasionally operated in a deeper role, demonstrating his versatility on the pitch.
The Race for Gueye
With clubs urgently seeking quality centre-forwards this summer, Liverpool and West Ham are at the forefront of the race for Gueye. Liverpool, who considered a £130m bid for Alexander Isak before signing Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt for £79m, are looking to boost their attacking options.
West Ham, meanwhile, are under pressure to finally resolve their ongoing striker issues. Since Michail Antonio joined in 2015, the club has struggled to find a reliable goalscorer. Past attempts with players like Gianluca Scamacca, Sebastien Haller, Nico Fullkrug, and Demba Ba have fallen short of expectations.
Conclusion
Should West Ham win the race to sign Gueye, they’ll hope the young Senegalese forward can replicate his promising form from France and become the solution to their long-standing striker conundrum. As the summer transfer window heats up, all eyes will be on where this wonderkid lands next.