Vangelis Pavlidis’ fine displays for AZ Alkmaar have seen him linked to the likes of West Ham United and a few other clubs in recent days.
Last season, the striker managed 22 goals and 14 assists from 40 games and has extended his impressive form into this season as he has scored 14 goals and registered three assists from 15 games.
Latest claims in the UK have stated West Ham are looking to bolster their attack in January and have their eyes set on the 24-year-old.
Former AZ star Kenneth Perez discussed the Greece international’s form during ESPN NL’s Dit was het Weekend, relayed by Soccernews.nl.
“I always remain conservative with Pavlidis about how good he actually is. What’s in it for him? Internationally, that he does not play for Greece, which of course may also have to do with the manager,” he said.
The Dane has also sent a message to the likes of David Moyes’ side and other foreign clubs interested in the frontman.
“It also depends on the competition we are talking about. If he plays in the Netherlands for the rest of his life, he will be a very good striker. If I had €20m, I wouldn’t buy him,” Perez explained.
The 49-year-old is of the belief that Pavlidis’ pace is his ‘weakness’ for him to replicate his Eredivisie form in a top competition. This is why West Ham should perhaps look for another attacker, if they want to strengthen their squad in the winter market.
