According to a report by the Lancashire Telegraph, West Ham United have made an enquiry for Blackburn Rovers talisman Adam Armstrong – pushing their name to the ‘front of the queue’ alongside Fulham.
The Lowdown: West Ham in striker chase…
As reported by Claret & Hugh, the Irons have three priority positions for this summer in securing a permanent deal for Jesse Lingard, acquiring a new centre-back and landing a prolific striker.
Michail Antonio was in and out of the team over 2020/2021 due to injury problems, so West Ham are now eyeing a new forward as they aim to impress in Europe next season.
This will be a key summer transfer window for the Hammers who arguably need more strength in depth to compete over 2021/2022.
The Latest: West Ham enquiry made…
As per the Lancashire Telegraph, West Ham have made an enquiry for Armstrong and have subsequently leaped ahead in the race for his signature.
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Their main transfer contenders, Fulham, have also lodged an enquiry and are right up there with them.
Armstrong appears unlikely to sign a new deal at Ewood Park and he enjoyed another prolific goalscoring season over 20/21 – bagging 29 strikes in all competitions with 28 in the Championship (Transfermarkt).
However, there is apparently a ‘stand-off’ between the 24-year-old’s suitors, including West Ham, with clubs involved said to be put off by his £20 million asking price.
The Verdict: Shortlist…
His numbers in front of goal point to a fruitful striking option for West Ham this summer but £20m may be a bit steep in this difficult financial climate for a second tier forward.
The Hammers have also been linked to alternative options like Youssef En-Nesyri and Tammy Abraham (ExWHUemployee) and they both could offer more value for money given their experience at the top level.
However, we shouldn’t rule Armstrong out as a candidate completely – especially considering he has been tipped before as a potentially ‘perfect signing’ (Gabriel Agbonlahor, Football Insider).
A long summer awaits and West Ham must consider all options carefully.
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