Fulham are reportedly keen on signing 31-year-old Aston Villa defender Diego Carlos, with West Ham United also interested in him.
According to a report by the Daily Telegraph, Fulham have now intensified their efforts to sign Diego Carlos from Aston Villa in the summer transfer window. However, the Cottagers face stiff competition from West Ham United in the battle to secure the services of the 31-year-old Brazilian defender.
Fulham looked quite vulnerable defensively last season, and they need to improve in that department heading into the 2024/25 campaign. Diego Carlos is a proven performer in English football with Aston Villa, and he could prove to be a quality acquisition for Fulham as well. He will help the West London club tighten up defensively and do well next term, thus explaining their interest.
Meanwhile, West Ham need to bring in defensive reinforcements as well. They have already signed Max Kilman from Wolverhampton Wanderers to tighten up at the back, and Carlos would be a superb addition as well.
The 31-year-old Aston Villa defender is at the peak of his powers, and he has the quality and the experience to make an instant instant impact as well. The experienced centre-back will want to compete at a high level, and it remains to be seen where he ends up.
Can West Ham win the race for Diego Carlos?
West Ham have been competing in European football in the last two seasons, and they recently managed to win the UEFA Europa Conference League as well. They will probably be a more attractive destination compared to Fulham.
West Ham have a better squad and a top class manager like Julen Lopetegui at their disposal. It will be interesting to see who ends up signing the 31-year-old from Aston Villa. Meanwhile, the West Midlands club needs to raise funds for their own signings, and selling Carlos would be a wise decision.
Aston Villa have secured qualification to the UEFA Champions League and they need to bring in quality players this summer. The West Midlands outfit need to bring in quality players this summer. It will be interesting to see if they can bring in the right additions before the transfer window closes.
