Aston Villa sensation Jhon Duran’s representatives are pushing hard to seal the move to West Ham United before the end of the transfer window.
West Ham United are keen on reinforcing their attack before the start of next season. They want to bring in a top-quality number nine who can lead the line for Julen Lopetegui’s team. Jhon Duran has been their top target and according to a report from GIVEMESPORT, the Aston Villa sensation’s agent are keen on sealing a move to the Hammers.
Julen Lopetegui keen on a new number nine
Lopetegui is keen on ensuring he has enough firepower in his squad. While they have made two exceptional signings by bringing in ex-Wolverhampton Wanderers skipper Maximilian Kilman and Brazilian sensation Luis Guilmere, the Spanish manager is keen to address the issues up top.
Michail Antonio and Danny Ings’ future at the club is uncertain and the club are in desperate need of a new leader for their attack. Antonio’s injury struggles and Ings’ downfall resulted in Jarrod Bowen leading the line last season.
Lopetegui wants to ensure he has a reliable striker and Jhon Duran has been their top target throughout the summer. The Colombian striker hasn’t been able to settle in at Villa. While he has done well in his limited opportunities, they are ready to cash in on him.
While the Hammers were in negotiations, they haven’t been able to strike a deal. With a deal for Duran looking unlikely, the London club started looking at alternatives with Niclas Füllkrug being one of the first names on their wishlist. They have reportedly struck a deal with Borussia Dortmund for his signature.
Duran’s agent pushing for a move to West Ham
With the German international closing in on a move to West Ham, Duran’s agents are quite concerned. The Hammers can’t afford to sign the duo in the same window and a loan move for the 20-year-old might not be approved by Villa.
As a result, Duran’s agents are pushing hard to ensure Villa accept the offer that has already been presented by the Hammers. If Füllkrug ends up joining West Ham, the Duran deal could be put on hold until January, a situation that the player’s agents want to avoid.
