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West Ham are advancing talks with Lorient over striker Terem Moffi, with the 23-year-old Nigerian international expected to be available for around £25m.
- West Ham have plunged into the relegation zone after a worrying run of form
- He has gone seven league games without winning, a streak that dates back to October
- David Moyes’ side are looking for brine at Terem Moffi to help stop the rot
- The 23-year-old Nigerian striker has 12 goals in 18 appearances for Lorient this season
West Ham have held further talks with Lorient over a possible £25m deal for striker Terem Moffi.
The proposal is understood to be £20m with an additional £5m going to Moffi, a Nigeria international, who has scored 12 goals in 18 games this season.
Having arrived at the French club in 2020, the 23-year-old racked up 59 goals in 135 games and helped avoid relegation last season.
23-year-old Nigerian striker Terem Moffi has 12 goals in 18 appearances for Lorient this season
He is now being hunted by David Moyes’ West Ham as they look to resurrect their season.
That experience could come in handy if he were to move to east London, as the Hammers are currently 18th in the Premier League after an alarming run.
David Moyes’ side are now winless in their last seven games, their last win coming against Bournemouth in October.
Bringing in a new striker with experience fighting on the wrong side of the table could be vital if the East London side are to turn their season around.
Chelsea had expressed interest in a loan deal for Michail Antonio but was turned down
It comes as Moyes has been looking to add fresh momentum amid Wolves and Chelsea’s interest in Michail Antonio.
Chelsea considered taking Antonio on loan last week, but that idea was rejected. However, West Ham may consider permanent offers.
The Blues may have no interest after completing the signing of Ukrainian winger Mykhaylo Mudryk.