West Ham United are said to be keen on Yann M’Vila, who has previously impressed David Moyes.
According to a report in L’Equipe, West Ham United are potential suitors for Yann M’Vila.
West Ham could be on the look out for a defensive midfielder, following the departure of Pedro Obiang.
And M’Vila could present a cheap option, as he looks destined to leave St. Etienne this summer.
West Ham face competition for the powerful midfielder, but they are said to be the most likely buyers.
M’Vila’s last spell in England was an impressive one, as he became a real fans’ favourite at Sunderland.
M’Vila caught the eye on a loan spell with Sunderland, but when David Moyes went to re-buy him, he turned down the offer.
“He’s a very good player but I only want players here who want to come,” Moyes, who used to manage West Ham, said to AOL.
“It was one of those things and that’s where we are with it. His decision was his choice and if he chose not to join we have to say OK then.
“Yann showed that he didn’t want to be here for that period, he didn’t want to be here.”
Sunderland ended up regretting not getting M’Vila back, as they were relegated the following season.
M’Vila, meanwhile, has been at Rubin Kazan and Saint Etienne since, but may find a new home in West Ham this summer.
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