West Ham United Ready To Pay €35 Million For This Lyon Star: What Will He Bring? | OneFootball

ISTANBUL, TURKEY – JANUARY 23: Georges Mikautadze of Olympique Lyonnais looks on during the UEFA Europa League 2024/25 League Phase MD7 match between Fenerbahce SK and Olympique Lyonnais at on January 23, 2025 in Istanbul, Turkey. (Photo by Ahmad Mora/Getty Images)

Mikautadze has already scored 12 goals in 36 games apart from providing six assists. He is averaging 1.6 shots, 0.6 key passes, and 0.8 dribbles per game (stats via whoscored).

The Georgian international striker often drops deep to receive the ball and then link up with his teammates. He has a good hold of the ball and carries it nicely as well. He is clinical with his finishes and is also strong in 1v1 situations.

Georges Mikautadze can actually be a good signing

West Ham United wanted to sign Georges Mikautadze last year but the deal didn’t go through. However, they continue to target him as the club is in need of a striker going into the summer transfer window.

While Evan Ferguson is likely to return to Brighton at the end of the season, Niclas Fullkrug has struggled to make an impact since arriving from Borussia Dortmund. Moreover, Danny Ings and Michail Antonio are entering into the twilight of their respective careers.

Hence, it makes sense for the Hammers to go after a lucrative striker to solve the problem for the long term. In that aspect, Mikautadze could be a great choice as he is a capable player. He has all the qualities to succeed in the Premier League.