West Ham tipped to use ‘special relationship’ to complete Hlozek deal after source update today – pundit
West Ham moving for Sparta Prague striker Adam Hlozek in January is a “no brainer”, according to Noel Whelan.
The former Leeds striker, speaking exclusively to Football Insider, claimed that “it makes sense” to reap benefits from the two club’s ties with Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky.
This site exclusively revealed today (November 22nd) that West Ham are working on a deal to land Sparta Prague sensation Adam Hlozek, 19, in January.
A recruitment source has told Football Insider that the Hammers are intensifying their pursuit of Hlozek ahead of January as they look to win the race for his signature.
New West Ham investor Kretinsky also owns a 40% stake in Czech giants Sparta Prague, where he is also president.
Whelan insisted the east London club are correct to be making the most of the “special relationship” between the clubs.
“When you have these owners who have got the network of clubs, it makes sense to use that talent from the other club and get the best out of that special relationship,” he told Football Insider‘s Ewan Kingsbury.
“The Premier League is the stronger league, and if there’s a player who you feel can benefit the club and you feel is ready – it’s a no brainer.
“He’s obviously the standout player at Sparta Prague and one of the best in that Czech league. Why not bring him over and see if he can help West Ham challenge in the Premier League?
West Ham already have a significant Czech contingent, with Vladimir Coufal, Tomas Soucek and Alex Kral all already at the club.
Since graduating from their academy, Hlozek, regarded as a “phenomenal talent” by an industry source, has played 106 times for Sparta and scored 32 goals.
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