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West Ham United decide against making Leander Dendoncker a priority; could be a big mistake

Anderlecht's Leander Dendoncker celebrates after scoring during the Jupiler Pro League match between RSC Anderlecht and Club Brugge, in Brussels, o...
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West Ham United have been linked with a move for Anderlecht midfielder Leander Dendoncker in recent times.

Anderlecht's Leander Dendoncker celebrates after scoring during the Jupiler Pro League match between RSC Anderlecht and Club Brugge, in Brussels, on April 23, 2017, on day 4 of the Play-...

According to HLN Sport, West Ham United have decided against making Leander Dendoncker a priority signing this month.

West Ham do have an interest in the Belgian midfielder, but he is not at the top of David Moyes’ transfer wishlist.

West Ham have their eyes on other talent, but they could make a big mistake by passing up their opportunity to sign Dendoncker.

Anderlecht's Belgian midfielder Leander Dendoncker reacts during the UEFA Champions League Group B football match between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Anderlecht (RSCA) on October 31,...

The 22-year-old is a hugely exciting talent, who could offer a great deal to West Ham over the years ahead.

Dendoncker is blessed with a wonderful range of passing, but he also has the defensive quality to provide an effective shield in front of defence.

Dendoncker’s form at Anderlecht has drawn a number of admiring glances, and it seems a matter of time before he makes the step away from Belgian football.

Henrikh Mkhitaryan of Manchester United holds off Leander Dendoncker of RSC Anderlecht during the UEFA Europa League quarter final second leg match between Manchester United and RSC...

West Ham currently have a chance of jump ahead of the competition, but by hesitating, they are risking allowing one of their rivals to sign the youngster.

And, if Dendoncker does go on to fulfil his potential elsewhere, West Ham could look back on their decision not to force through a deal for the Belgian international with great regret.