Forgetting the obvious need for a striker who can find the back of the net (how long have we been having to say that for?!), West Ham United are arguably short of a playmaker that can pull the strings in the middle of the park.

Manuel Lanzini is an excellent option to have and, if he is fit for the whole campaign, could make a huge difference for the Hammers, however, the club do not have many options after him should he be unavailable for spells at a time.

So, it would certainly be wise for Manuel Pellegrini to try and bring one to the London Stadium.

And, one of his latest rumoured targets could be a good fit for the Premier League outfit this summer.

Ever heard of Cristian Portugués Manzanera? Maybe you'll know him simply as Portu? Well, he is thought to be on West Ham's radar this summer, if a report by Mundo Deportivo (via Sport Witness) is to be understood.

They claim the Hammers (and 12 other sides including Brighton and Hove Albion - he must be good!) are interested in the Girona playmaker as he is one man that is expected to leave the club following their relegation from La Liga this season.

A natural thought that would run through the mind is a question that might ask why he would be any good for the Irons if he suffered relegation this summer, however, you would only have to look at his contributions for a side that struggled and see the ability he has.

Portu, who is valued at £9million by Transfermarkt (although he could be worth less than that now), still managed to score nine goals and provide three assists for his team-mates in 34 top-flight appearances.

Those figures have to be considered rather impressive when he plays as a central attacking midfielder, however, the 27-year-old does have the versatility to be able to play in any position in the midfield and forward line.

With West Ham supposedly having a rather low transfer budget this summer (Football.London) and with a number of areas within the squad that require upgrading, Portu could become an excellent addition to the Hammers and could turn out to be a great fit at the London Stadium.

West Ham fans, can Portu fit in at the London Stadium? Do you think he would be able to offer more to the side? Let us know your thoughts below by sharing them with us!