West Ham have reportedly reignited their interest in Burnley defender James Tarkowski ahead of the January transfer window. With Angelo Ogbonna now out for most of the season.
According to the Evening Standard, the Irons are keen on Tarkowski. With David Moyes a fan of the centre-back. However, David Gold and David Sullivan are not open to paying £20m for the defender.
With Tarkowski’s contract expiring in 2022, it makes sense why the club are reluctant to spend such a hefty fee on Tarkowski. However, given how the market could play out, the Burnley star might be a realistic option for the Hammers.
Indeed, the England international is proven in the Premier League and has been linked with a number of clubs in the past 12 months. With Newcastle said to also be keen on Tarkowski in January.
However, given West Ham’s shortage at the back and their status in Europe, Tarkowski could be open to a move to the east London side in January. Moreover, Hammers fans are sold on the idea.
Indeed, Moyes has a great track record with signings at West Ham. And supporters are keen on Tarkowski coming to the London Stadium. Furthermore, the Scottish manager is a fan of the defender.
West Ham fans egg Gold and Sullivan to sign Tarkowski
Tarkowski could be a great name to replace Ogbonna for the second half of the season. Moreover, on social media, West Ham fans are eager for Gold and Sullivan to make a move for the defender.
Here’s what some West Ham fans had to say about their renewed interest in Tarkowski on Twitter…
https://twitter.com/whujoe/status/1458766909516795914
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