West Ham United and Crystal Palace are reportedly keen on signing 24-year-old Real Betis defender Juan Miranda at the end of the season.
A report from HITC has claimed that Juan Miranda has caught the attention of West Ham United and Crystal Palace with his performances this season. The Spaniard has been a key player for Real Betis, and he could prove to be a solid acquisition for the two English clubs as well.
West Ham will need to find a quality long-term replacement for Aaron Cresswell, who is in the twilight stages of his career. Miranda could prove to be an upgrade on the English defender. He is available on a free transfer in the summer, and the move could prove to be a major bargain.
The 24-year-old has proven his quality in La Liga, and he has the physical and technical attributes to do well in the Premier League as well. Apart from his defensive qualities, he is quite effective going forward and could add a new dimension to the West Ham attack.
A move to the Premier League will be an exciting opportunity for the defender, and it will be interesting to see if West Ham can secure an agreement with the Spanish club. The Hammers are currently competing in Europe and they will be hoping to sustain that level. They need to sign better players in the summer, and the 24-year-old would be the ideal acquisition for them as they look to climb further up the table and push for trophies every season.
Multiple Premier League clubs keen on Juan Miranda
Crystal Palace need more quality and depth in the full-back areas as well. Tyrick Mitchell has done well for them in the left-back role, but Miranda could prove to be an upgrade on him. It will be interesting to see if Crystal Palace can beat the competition from West Ham and get the deal done.
The former Barcelona defender is thought to be on the radar of Brentford and Wolves as well. Miranda came through La Masia and has established himself as a reliable defender in La Liga. He will be looking to test himself at a higher level in the coming seasons and a move to the Premier League would be ideal. It will be interesting to see where he ends up eventually.
