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Ajax's Bertrand Traore (REUTERS)
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West Ham United are linked with the £17m speedster.

Ajax's Bertrand Traore

The Mirror have reported that West Ham United want to sign Chelsea winger Bertrand Traore.

The 21-year-old could be deemed surplus to requirements in West London as he gears up to return after a solid loan spell at Ajax.

The African winger netted nine goals in 22 Eredivisie starts and also helped the Dutch giants reach the Europa League final, where they lost to Manchester United.

Ajax's Bertrand Traore celebrates scoring their first goal with Davy Klaassen

It was a fine loan spell and The Mirror claim that he caught the eye of West Ham boss Slaven Bilic, who is readying a £17 million bid for the youngster.

He also joined Vitesse on loan in 2014 whilst awaiting a work permit, but the report goes to claim that his switch to West Ham would be permanent, if it materialises.

Chelsea's Bertrand Traore in action with Leicester's Kasper Schmeichel

And Hammers fans seem enthused about the prospect of signing the jet-heeled ace.

He would be a fine addition to West Ham, but Antonio the Blues should included a buyback clause in his contract if he goes. He is a huge talent and perhaps they would like the chance to sign him back if he takes the Premier League by storm.

Chelsea's Bertrand Traore in action with Liverpool's Simon Mignolet and Kolo Toure