West Ham United manager is a ‘long-term admirer’ of Nottingham Forest defender Joe Worrall, claims journalist Pete O’Rourke.

The Lowdown: Worrall’s form

Worrall has played a huge part in Forest’s recent fantastic form, with the Championship side having won four and drawn three of their last seven league games.

Featuring in every league game this season for which he’s been available, the 25-year-old has led his side in interceptions made per game, of which he averages two, and further tops the list for most passes made, of which he makes 55.1 a game (via WhoScored).

Consequently, a number of rumours linking the 6 foot 4 colossus away from his boyhood club have emerged.

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The Latest: West Ham’s interest

It was previously reported that Worrall was on West Ham’s radar last summer, however, a formal offer failed to materialise, and the player remained with the second-tier side.

O’Rourke has confirmed this news amid rumours of a potential move this summer.

Speaking with GiveMeSport, he claimed: “I think David Moyes is a long-term admirer of Joe Worrall; he was interested in previous transfer windows. Worrall has done well for Forest this year.”

The Verdict: Solid signing

With Craig Dawson’s and Issa Diop’s contracts expiring in the summer of 2023, Moyes will be scouring the market in search of replacement centre-backs.

Worrall could prove to be a fantastic budget option for the Scotsman, with his current market valuation at just £3.6 million, although one would assume they will have to pay more than that given his current form.

During his loan tenure with Rangers, former manager Steven Gerrard hailed the towering defender, saying that “he will be a captain of whatever team he plays for”, claiming “he is a leader”.

Moyes could use another strong presence in the back-line to partner Kurt Zouma, so Worrall could prove to be a great addition for the Irons.

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