Liverpool are reportedly willing to accept an offer of around £20 million for winger Ben Doak, who West Ham have been linked to.
The Hammers have had a worryingly quiet transfer window so far this summer, leading many to suggest that Graham Potter’s side could struggle next year, especially considering that they lost one of their best players in Mohammed Kudus.
Kudus joined rivals Tottenham, and as things stand, West Ham are yet to replace the Ghana international, something they will need to do if they want to ensure Potter has the best chance to succeed next season at the London Stadium.
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However, reports are saying that West Ham could go after talented Liverpool youngster Ben Doak this summer to replace Kudus. According to a report by Football Insider, West Ham and Leeds are both interested in Doak. The same report says that Liverpool have set a £20m price tag, and they are willing to sell him permanently this summer.
Last season, the 19-year-old was on loan at Championship side Middlesbrough, where he made 24 league appearances, scoring three goals, and providing seven assists. He showed that he is more than capable of Premier League quality, and could now see a big move from Liverpool to London. His contract at Anfield expires next summer, so it would be a good time for the Reds to cash in on Doak.
Could West Ham see any other incomings?
In terms of other transfer business for the Hammers, they seem to be stepping up their efforts to strengthen in central midfield, as Southampton star Mateus Fernandes has emerged as a concrete target for Pot
Reports have said that West Ham are expected to make a bid for the Portuguese midfielder this week, and that he will likely command a fee of up to £30m, which is what the Saints would ideally like to sell him for.
Last season, the 21-year-old made 44 appearances for Southampton, scoring three goals, and providing six assists. It is understood that Southampton are willing to cash in on him this summer, and so the Hammers could see two potential new incomings.
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