Here is all you need to know about Starlet Wesley Gassova, the Brazilian football player along with his age, career, bio and more
West Ham United and Fulham are in an intense battle for the highly-rated Brazilian winger Wesley Gassova in the Premier League as the summer transfer window heats up.
According to CaughtOffside, both teams have begun talking to Corinthians about a potential trade for the 19-year-old prodigy. Other European clubs have expressed interest in signing Wesley, therefore there is fierce rivalry to sign him.
Despite his great job, David Moyes left behind an elderly and imbalanced first team, with just seven players under the age of 29.
Strengthening the left wing department should be Lopetegui’s top focus, and Wesley could be the most qualified applicant. Here is all about the youngster.
Who is Corinthians football player Starlet Wesley Gassova, bio, age, height, father, position and style of play
Starlet Wesley Gassova is a Brazilian football player who was born on 5 March 2005 in Sao Paulo, Brazil. The 19-year-old rising young star stands 1.8m tall.
A look at Starlet Wesley Gassova’s career so far
Starlet Wesley plays as a forward for Corinthians. As an under-11 player, he entered the team’s youth setup in 2016. On April 12, 2022, he signed his first professional contract with the organisation, agreeing to a three-year deal.
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‼️🇧🇷 Wesley Gassova, Corinthians’ new starlet, is emerging as a serious candidate to strengthen #Atleti’s frontline in the summer window 👀
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On April 20, 2022, Wesley made his team debut in the Copa do Brasil, coming on as Gustavo Silva’s replacement in the second half of a 1-1 away draw against Portuguesa-RJ.
He netted his first goal as a professional on August 1, 2023, and went on to win the Copa Sudamericana that year, defeating Newell’s Old Boys 2-1 at home.
Wesley’s contract with the Brazilian powerhouses was extended till the end of 2027 following his first goal for the team in his professional career.
Meanwhile, for Corinthians, the 19-year-old has flourished in South America, torturing defenders with his speed, talent, and flair and is already monitored by several clubs most notably, West Ham.
Starlet Wesley Gassova’s style of play
Starlet Wesley Gassova is mainly a left winger however, taking aim and cutting in are two of his skills as a right-footed winger. The teenager has also played as a midfielder nevertheless, it rarely works.
Starlet Wesley Gassova’s parents
Starlet Wesley Gassova’s father Wladimir was also a football player. He used to play for Portugal and Belgium’s lower league teams.