West Ham United have reportedly indicated an interest in signing Brentford and Algerian striker Said Benrahma. The Hammers were targeting Norway and Bournemouth striker Joshua King but the 28-year-old is looking not ready to come to the Premeir League side.
25-year-old scored 17 goals in 43 Championship appearances last season as his side reached last season’s play-off final hut lost to Fulham. Premier League clubs can still sign players from English Football League sides until 17:00 BST on Friday.
After Felipe Anderson joined Porto on loan and fellow midfielder Jack Wilshere was released, West Ham only has 20 senior players. Manager David Moyes is short of attacking options, although it is understood the Scot is also looking at central defenders. The Hammers lost their opening two Premier League games, but with the beating of Wolves 4-0 and the 3-0 over Leicester City, they have climbed to 10th in the table going into the international break.
