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How is summer target Robbie Brady getting on? Could West Ham United renew their interest in January?

Norwich's Robbie Brady celebrates scoring their second goal with team mates (REUTERS)
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The Norwich City winger was linked with a move to West Ham United in the summer.

West ham United were linked with Robbie Brady by the Daily Mail in July. Could the Hammers renew their interest in Norwich City winger next month?

Robbie Brady of Norwich City wins a penalty under a challenge from Yoan Gouffran of Newcastle United (L)

How is he getting on?

Norwich may be faltering but things are going relatively well for Brady, who has scored three goals and assisted another four in this season’s Championship. His form is said to have alerted Aston Villa, who are considering a £10 million bid according to the Sun.

Do West Ham still need him?

At one stage, the flanks were the last area in which the Hammers needed to strengthen. However, with Gokhan Tore injured, Sofiane Feghouli struggling to get a look-in and Dimitri Payet continually linked away, another body would not go amiss now. Meanwhile, another injury to Aaron Cresswell has perhaps opened up a separate vacancy which the versatile Brady could fill.

Norwich's Robbie Brady celebrates scoring their second goal with team mates

Can they get him next month?

With promotion still on the agenda for Norwich, it may be hard to prise Brady away from Carrow Road. That said, with 18 months left on his deal, the Canaries could look to sell if a cheaper alternative emerges. Slaven Bilic is likely to prioritise other areas, although Cresswell’s injury may prompt a rethink.

Verdict: One the Hammers may have to revisit next summer.