West Ham United are seemingly close to signing the Mexican.
Stewart Robson has told ESPN that he believes West Ham United will sign Javier Hernandez – but suggested he might be Slaven Bilic’s first-choice striker every week.
West Ham have been linked with the Bayer Leverkusen hitman for much of the summer.
But The Express reported this week that the Hammers are set to deal a deal for the Mexican, who will be paid £145,000 per week according to the report.
West Ham fans have been crying out for Hernandez ever since speculation about a £13 million switch broke back in June.
And Robson, who spent three years with the Irons, believes it could happen, though the 52-year-old has suggested he won’t be in the first XI every week.
He told ESPN: “It’s a good move for Chicharito and a decent move for West Ham. I’m not sure he’s going to be the number one striker every week, but if you provide chances for him then he’ll score goals.
“It’s quite a good fit [joining West Ham] and I think that could be a hit.”
Contrary to Robson’s suggestion, surely West Ham wouldn’t be signing a £145,000-a-week talent if they did not intend to play him every week.
On that money, he is almost certain to be a regular fixture in Slaven Bilic’s attack, providing he is fit to play.
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