West Ham United manager David Moyes is stepping up his transfer push ahead of what could be an interesting 2022/23 Premier League season, according to reports.
The Lowdown: Moyes set for busy summer...
As per reports, the east Londoners seem set for a busy summer, with four departures already confirmed and the Irons' manager increasing the tempo in attempting to land his targets (Evening Standard).
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Talks have been held over Rennes defender Nayef Aguerd and it is believed that a striker, central midfielder and left-back are 'high' on Moyes' personal wish list.
This comes after West Ham's failure to land much-needed upgrades in January, with the Scotsman seemingly determined to make sure they have sufficient depth for next season.
The Latest: West Ham set for imminent Lunin talks...
According to the print edition of The Sunday Mirror (via West Ham Zone), Moyes and co are set for imminent talks to sign Real Madrid goalkeeper Andriy Lunin 'this week'.
West Ham, and by extension their manager, are 'stepping up their loan interest' in the Ukraine international, who is personally 'looking for a temporary move' away from the Bernabeu.
The report claimed that a loan with the option to buy is possible as the Hammers eye a move for the 6 foot 4 powerhouse.
The Verdict: Surprising claim...
Reports have suggested that West Ham are actually 'close' to finalising a permanent deal for Paris-Saint Germain loanee Alphonse Areola, so we believe that this update comes as a surprising one.
Unless there has been an unknown twist to the tale, or if Moyes is planning to significantly strengthen his goalkeeping department to have three brilliant deputies for Lukasz Fabianski, a move for Lunin could make little sense when taking into account their alleged interest in sealing a permanent swoop for Areola.
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