“I don’t think he is necessarily needed” – West Ham eye up move for Sheffield United star: The verdict

This article is part of Football League World’s ‘The Verdict’ series, which provides personal opinions from the FLW writers regarding the latest breaking news, teams, players, managers, potential signings and more…

West Ham United are looking into the possibility of a summer move for Sheffield United defender John Egan, as per a report from The Sun.

The Republic of Ireland international has once again emerged as an integral figure within the Blades’ backline, proving his reliability in the fact that he has played every single minute of his side’s Championship campaign thus far.

Egan showed his ability in the Premier League during Sheffield United’s two recent seasons in the top-flight, with the 29-year-old set to be an important part as the season nears its concluding stages.

Three of our writers here at FLW have shared their thoughts regarding this potential deal…

Charlie Gregory 

I think that John Egan would be a fairly decent signing for West Ham and while he might not get guaranteed games as much as he might at Sheffield United, he could be a useful option.

Egan has proven previously that he can work at the top level in the Premier League with the Blades and has continued to perform in the second tier too. Whilst there are probably younger options out there, the 29-year-old could easily still do a job in the top flight.

I don’t think he is necessarily needed at West Ham but there’s no question that he could be a good rotation or backup option. West Ham have built a solid and hard-working unit and Egan surely wouldn’t pass up the chance to go from top end of the Championship to the top end of the Premier League, regardless of gametime, if the opportunity arose.

George Dagless 

It could be a good signing, yes.

Josh