Report: Middlesbrough to keep Adama Traore, despite West Ham United interest

West Ham United are said to be keen to snap up Adama Traore from Middlesbrough this month.

Tony Pulis manager of Middlesbrough during The Emirates FA Cup Third Round match between Middlesbrough and Sunderland at the Riverside Stadium on January 6, 2018 in Middlesbrough, England.

According to a report in the Northern Echo, Tony Pulis wants to keep hold of Middlesbrough’s Adama Traore, despite interest from West Ham United.

David Moyes’ side are looking for a right-sided winger this month, and have reportedly identified Traore as a target to bring to the London Stadium.

However, West Ham could be left disappointed, as Pulis wants to keep the former Barcelona man at the Riverside Stadium.

Adama Traore (R) of Middlesbrough challenged by Marc Wilson (C) of Sunderland during The Emirates FA Cup Third Round match between Middlesbrough and Sunderland at the Riverside Stadium on...

Traore has been one of the most improved players at Boro since Pulis took charge, and the Championship side have no desire to sell the 21-year-old.

Traore remains a raw talent, but there is a feeling that he could develop into a star of the future at Boro.

Adama Traore of Middlesbrough and Joey Barton of Burnley colide during the Premier League match between Middlesbrough and Burnley at Riverside Stadium on April 8, 2017 in Middlesbrough,...

West Ham may, therefore, have to look at other targets, as Moyes looks to upgrade his attacking options.

West Ham are yet to make an addition this January, but Moyes is thought to have funds to spend.

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Report: Middlesbrough to keep Adama Traore, despite West Ham United interest