As they look forward to welcoming the first signing of Graham Potter era, West Ham United They have reportedly turned their attention to a shock defensive goal they want to score against rivals Tottenham Hotspur.
West Ham transfer news
After a busy summer transfer window that saw the likes of Niclas Fullkrug and Crysencio Summerville alongside new manager Julen Lopetegui, West Ham had reason for optimism. Six months later, and it's fair to say it was just a false dawn. Fullkrug is rapidly heading towards flop status, as is Summerville – although the stand is still small – and has been shown the door.
In his place, Potter has since been tasked with turning things over and is in desperate need of reinforcements if he is to do so. With Michail Antonion, Jarrod Bowen and Fulkrug all injured, the Hammers have been linked with the likes John Doran who was even the subject of the January show From the London club that was rejected by Aston Villa.
It's not just a sloppy frontline that needs repair, given the Hammers have suffered from a leaky backline since the start of the season in a problem that Potter could solve in the future with a surprise option.
According to the boot room, West Ham and Petter are now eyeing a move to sign Jack Taylor From National League side Sutton United ahead of fellow club Tottenham this month.
The 19-year-old spent the start of the season on loan at Hampton & Richmond Borough in the National League South before doing enough to earn a call-up to his parent club where he impressed even more.
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Now, having started the season in England's sixth tier, Taylor could get the chance to finish it by playing in the English Premier League At West Ham in what could be an exciting move.
“Gifted” Taylor would be a gamble
Of course, the most famous success story from non-league to the Premier League has been Jamie Vardy. Leicester City took an early gamble and it has paid off more than ever, with the veteran striker now an undisputed English football legend and someone who played a vital role in the greatest Premier League win in history when the Foxes sealed away Glory in 2015/16.
Now, Taylor could follow a similar path from the National League all the way to the Premier League and West Ham. Although the London club's interest may come as a shock to many, Sutton's manager Steve Morrison It may not be one of them.
The experienced manager told the club's media channels when asked about Taylor's return from loan: “I want him to come back and make his mark on this team and I think he's earned the right to do that. He's a talented kid who can be a big player for us.”
It may not take long for Morrison to enjoy Taylor's talents if West Ham come calling this month to solve their defensive issues, making the 19-year-old to watch.