West Ham United have completed the signing of former Real Betis defensive midfielder Guido Rodriguez on a permanent deal as a free agent.
The Hammers are more interested in bolstering their midfield going forward into the 2024–25 season, and Rodriguez has been seen as an ideal man for the squad.
He is looking forward to playing in the 2024–25 Premier League season for West Ham United.
He was previously a transfer target for Barcelona under Xavi Hernandez; however, the deal to sign the player collapsed after the Catalonia giant sacked the club legend.
Rodriguez’s excellent tackle and ball interception will make him a good addition to the team. Also, he enjoys shooting from a distance, which will surely satisfy Julen Lopetegui’s playing style.
Rodriguez will be the fourth player West Ham have signed in the transfer window. They have completed the signing of Max Kilman, Luis Guilherme, and goalkeeper Wes Foderingham.
The Hammars are still very active in the transfer window and will be looking forward to bringing in more transfer targets to London Stadium.
West Ham have verbally agreed with Manchester United on a deal to sign Aaron Wan Bissaka, but the stumbling block in the deal remains the transfer fee.
West Ham United want to sign the right-back for a fee worth £10 million but Manchester United want a transfer fee beyond £10 million.
Guido Rodriguez Stats
The defensive midfielder made 372 appearances, scoring 27 goals and creating six assists in all club competitions. He had received 92 yellow cards and nine red cards so far in his career.
Out of the 27 goals scored, nine were for Real Betis, 12 for Club America, five for Club Tijuana, and one for River Plate.
Rodriguez made his international debut for the Argentina national team on June 9, 2017. He went on to score a goal in 30 appearances for the country.
Guido Rodriguez’s Achievements
He won the FIFA World Cup, two Copa America Trophies, and the UEFA Cup of Champions with the Argentina national team. Guido won the Copa del Rey with Real Betis.
He won the Mexican League title and the Mexican Cup with Club America. Guido won the Copa Sudamericana and the Copa Libertadores with River Plate.
Guido Rodriguez Age
He was born on April 12, 1994, in the city of Buenos Aires, Argentina. Rodriguez is currently 30 years old, with a height of 6 feet and 1 inch.
Guido Rodriguez Market Value
The former Real Betis midfielder has a market value of €20 million. According to his market value, the Argentine is the 462nd most expensive player in the world.
What Next For West Ham United?
West Ham United will play against Crystal Palace on Sunday, August 4, 2024, at 12:00 am for the pre-season friendly. The match will end in favour of West Ham against Crystal Palace.
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