Konstantinos Mavropanos is destined to leave West Ham, but he’s only going up after Aston Villa display
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Credit: Imago Konstantinos Mavropanos is destined to leave West Ham, but he’s only going up after Aston Villa display Mon 23 March 2026 8:15, UK Konstantinos Mavropanos is far too good to be relegated to the Championship as West Ham United continue to fight against Premier League relegation.A lot has been made about the Greek international’s future at the London Stadium, with many suggesting since his arrival that he’s been one of the worst defenders in the club’s recent history.However, with the Hammers desperate for some leading voices in the end-of-season run-in, Mavropanos has stepped up immensely, likely leaving him with no end of suitors ahead of the summer.West Ham eventually lost 2-0 to Aston Villa on Sunday, 22 March, but it was a performance for the 28-year-old to be proud of, and he must keep his head high in East London. ⚽West Ham United Matchday⚽ Team news, line-ups, expert previews and tactical analysis for every West Ham fixture. VISIT THE WEST HAM MATCH HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES West Ham positive in Aston Villa defeatThe Irons remain one point from safety, with Tottenham also slipping up against Nottingham Forest, and the Reds have now moved three points ahead of the relegation zone.Mavropanos was unable to do anything as John McGinn and Ollie Watkins both netted at Villa Park, alongside a struggling trio of El Hadji Malick Diouf, Axel Disasi and Aaron Wan-Bissaka.It was another bright display from the centre-half, though, just one game after scoring against Man City to ensure a season-defining draw, a match in which he took a ball flat to the face.Konstantinos Mavropanos vs Aston VillaStats [FotMob]Minutes played90Touches 64Chances created1Passing accuracy83% (38/46)Tackles3Clearances6Interceptions4Ground duels won100% (3/3)He has been one of the team’s standout performers over the past few weeks, and his stats on the afternoon are only going to attract potential future clubs as the Hammers slip closer to relegation.Konstantinos Mavropanos makes life difficult for Unai Emery’s sideIn 90 minutes, as well as creating a chance, the Greek centre-back was an absolute mammoth in defence, winning 100 per cent of his ground duels and 75 per cent of his aerial battles.He also made three tackles, six clearances, as well as four interceptions and four recoveries, proving his worth to the Premier League strugglers, while also making two goal-line clearances.Mavropanos continues to throw his body on the line, saving Mads Hermansen on a couple of occasions by rising highest and clearing imminent danger.
He clearly has a sixth sense when it comes to the art of defending.Defensive work is just as important as scoring goals, but it is highly underappreciated in this day and age. The West Ham star continues to prove why he should be in the Premier League next season, even if his club aren’t. ⚒️ Don’t Miss a Beat: Your West Ham Insider Access Get the full story from the London Stadium and Rush Green with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from East London.