In August 2023, West Ham’s David Moyes secured Mavropanos’ talents for the team, with a transfer fee reported by The Guardian to be in the region of £19 million.
At 26 years old, Mavropanos has grabbed his opportunity with the Hammers, stepping up after Moyes made the decision to bench Nayef Aguerd. His recent performances have caught the eye, and it appears his efforts have not gone unnoticed.
Corriere dello Sport reported on March 4th (page 5) that Serie A heavyweights, who missed out on signing him before West Ham did last summer, still have Mavropanos on their watchlist.
Danny Gabbidon, a former Hammer, has praised Mavropanos as an ‘outstanding’ centre-back on the BBC, highlighting his impressive adaptation to life at the London Stadium after an initial period of adjustment.
The possibility of his departure just 10 months following his arrival, with the summer transfer window looming, presents a potential setback for the club.
Potential Departure of Konstantinos Mavropanos from West Ham
Napoli, who previously showed interest in the Greek international last summer, are believed to be considering a renewed attempt to sign him in the coming months.
Following a disappointing start, Napoli is now pushing for a spot in European competition, finding themselves just eight points from a Champions League qualification spot in Serie A.
A strong finish to the season, possibly securing a spot in either the Champions League or Europa League, could make Napoli an appealing option for Mavropanos.
Yet, it’s imperative for West Ham to do everything in their power to retain him.
Mavropanos has made 12 appearances in the Premier League this season, boasting an average of 1.6 tackles, 1.4 interceptions, 4.6 clearances, and 2.2 successful aerial duels per game, according to Who Scored.
His emerging role as a potentially first-choice centre-back for West Ham underscores his increasing importance to the team, and there’s hope he will only continue to improve.
It’s crucial for Moyes to ensure Mavropanos remains a part of West Ham’s setup. Should Napoli attempt to lure him away this summer, the club should stand firm and reject any bids.
