West Ham United are plotting a move to sign Liverpool midfielder Naby Keita next summer, according to reports in the last 48 hours.

The Lowdown: Spell on the sidelines

The Guinean has failed to play a single minute of Premier League football this season due to a hamstring injury, with his last appearance coming in the Community Shield back in July.

The 27-year-old is therefore likely to leave Anfield when his contract expires at the end of the current campaign, and there are four potential suitors waiting to snap him up.

The Latest: West Ham eyeing Keita

According to Italian outlet MilanLive (via Sport Witness), West Ham, alongside Newcastle United and AC Milan, have all been credited with an interest in Keita.

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The trio are keen to land the maestro on a free transfer in 2023, with Borussia Dortmund also name-checked as a ‘potential destination’.

It’s stated that his consistent injuries would be something ‘to consider’ for David Moyes’ side, who would ‘want assurances’ regarding his fitness or a deal based on a number of appearances.

The Verdict: Risk worth taking

GSBK signing Keita would be a risk given how prone he is to sustaining injuries, but it’s one that’s surely worth taking given what he’s capable of when at full fitness.

The midfield ‘enforcer’, as dubbed by journalist Josh Bunting, has netted 11 goals and provided seven assists during his time on Merseyside, showing his ability to contribute in the final third (Transfermarkt).

With Premier League and Champions League titles to his name, Keita would bring a wealth of experience and success to the London Stadium.