As per allnigeriasoccer.com, West Ham United, and by extension recruitment chief Rob Newman, are now eyeing a move for Torino defender Ola Aina.

The Lowdown: West Ham eye wing-backs?

According to reports, the Irons and manager David Moyes have had potential full-back options in mind amid their search for a striker and centre-half recently.

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Fulham ace Antonee Robinson, for example, has been linked with a move in recent weeks meanwhile more versatile options like Man City's Nathan Ake, who can play centrally and as a full-back, has also been mentioned.

Now, as news emerges out of Rush Green, it appears Newman and co now have eyes for another young full-back.

The Latest: Hammers eyeing Aina...

As per allnigeriasoccer.com, the Hammers, Crystal Palace, Lille and Chelsea are all interested in the former Fulham player who made 31 appearances on loan there last season.

The 21-cap Nigeria international has also impressed at AFCON, attracting the attention of Newman and West Ham, and it is believed Torino chiefs have 'opened talks' with Aina and his entourage over a possible exit this summer.

The Verdict: Get it done?

Vladimir Coufal, who turns 30 soon, is a great short term option at right-back but the Hammers may have to start thinking about who succeeds the Czech long-term.

Aina, who's been called 'quality' by Torino boss Ivan Juric, may well be the perfect man for the job going by his age (25) and potential for sell-on value as a result.

Given he is entering the final year of his contract in July, West Ham could even hold a major advantage in negotiations and sign the player for a cut-price fee, potentially then getting the prime years out of the player before selling for a profit.

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