According to The Daily Express, there has been a major development in West Ham United's hunt to sign Manchester United star Jesse Lingard in January.

The Lowdown: West Ham eye Lingard deal...

Numerous reliable sources have backed that manager David Moyes has identified the signing of Lingard on a permanent deal as one of West Ham's major priorities this month.

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Club insider ExWHUemployee claimed recently that the Irons are set to make a move early this window while reliable reporter Jack Rosser of The Evening Standard reiterates that Moyes is still very much eager.

This comes as Lingard's current deal at Old Trafford expires in the summer with no sign of fresh terms as The Express now share a major update involving West Ham.

The Latest: West Ham 'at the front of the queue'...

As per the outlet, West Ham are 'at the front of the queue' to sign United's attacker as they enter pole position for his January signing.

It is believed the Irons are now 'ready to table' another bid to sign Lingard as he remains Moyes' top target, with West Ham's manager personally 'working on a package' to tempt him behind-the-scenes.

The Verdict: Exciting...

Given Moyes' is currently readying an offer for the 29-year-old as he aims to seal his permanent signing, this update comes as an exciting one with West Ham now favourites.

Lauded as 'absolutely phenomenal' and the best player in the Premier League on form at one stage last season (Adrian Durham, talkSPORT), Moyes himself has been very public in his praise for Lingard.

The Scotsman waxed lyrical over England's international ace, calling him 'incredible' for his performances on loan at the London Stadium over 2020/2021.

He bagged a brilliant nine goals and four assists in just 16 English top flight starts, leaving little wonder Moyes wants a return, and Hammers supporters may be hoping he gets his wish before January 31.

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