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Report: Marcus Forss may end up joining Dortmund, a year since West Ham wanted him

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West Ham United may be in the market for a new striker in the January transfer window, as Sebastien Haller has failed to impress under David Moyes.

Michail Antonio’s injury has exposed West Ham’s lack of striking depth, and a move for a new attacker in January should be on Moyes’ wish list.

They have no doubt looked at many attackers ahead of the January window, and looking at Brentford talent Marcus Forss again may make some sense.

TEAMtalk reported in October 2019 that West Ham are keen on Forss, having been impressed with his form on loan at AFC Wimbledon.

This term, the 21-year-old has hit an impressive six goals in 12 games for Brentford, despite mostly playing second-fiddle behind star man Ivan Toney.

Now, TEAMtalk have an update on Forss, claiming that Borussia Dortmund now want to sign him, whilst Union Berlin are also interested.

BRENTFORD, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 17: Marcus Forss of Brentford during the Sky Bet Championship match between Brentford and Coventry City at Brentford Community Stadium on October 17, 2020 in Brentford, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Sebastian Frej/MB Media/Getty Images)
Photo by Sebastian Frej/MB Media/Getty Images

The Finnish striker seems to have a big future at the club, and the interest from a major club like Dortmund just goes to show how highly he is rated.

West Ham would be wise to keep tabs on Forss ahead of looking at a move themselves, as seeing Forss join Dortmund in January may leave the Hammers regretting not making their move sooner.

BRENTFORD, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 19: Marcus Forss of Brentford during the Sky Bet Championship match between Brentford and Huddersfield Town at Brentford Community Stadium on September 19, 2020 in Brentford, England. (Photo by James Williamson - AMA/Getty Images)
Photo by James Williamson – AMA/Getty Images