Dropping a West Ham United transfer update, The Athletic have shared news on Southampton striker Danny Ings after he rejected the offer of a new deal at St Mary's Stadium.
The Lowdown: West Ham eyeing new forwards...
As previously claimed by Claret & Hugh, West Ham have earmarked the signing of a new striker as one of David Moyes' top priorities this summer.
Star forward Michail Antonio, while impressing for the east Londoners over 2020/2021, struggled with injury issues throughout the campaign.
The Europa League group stages await for West Ham next season and they will have to strengthen in the summer market.
The Latest: The Athletic drop Ings update...
Now, The Athletic have dropped an update on Ings with West Ham having expressed interest in the forward, who has rejected a new deal at Southampton.
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Alongside the likes of Tottenham and Aston Villa, it is said that West Ham have been eyeing the striker, who scored 12 goals and assisted four others in 26 Premier League starts last season (WhoScored).
However, despite interest from the Hammers, it is claimed that Ings has his 'heart set' on the 'top table'.
The 28-year-old is said to be holding out for a move to a top-four side with his current contract set to expire in 2022.
The Verdict: Big blow...
Ings would undoubtedly be a top signing for West Ham, but judging by this report, his acquisition appears unlikely.
This comes as an arguable blow for the Hammers given his obvious quality and proven goalscoring record in the English top flight.
Over 2019/2020, the forward bagged even more Premier League goals under Ralph Hasenhuttl, netting 22 goals and assisting two others (WhoScored).
His quality is best summed up by podcaster Lee McQueen, who told The Last Word on Spurs podcast that Ings is 'absolutely phenomenal'.
As the transfer window heats up, West Ham need to start finalising moves for new striking additions.
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