According to Chronicle Live, West Ham United has “made a move” to sign Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin this summer.
Writing on its website (June 24), the newspaper reports that the Hammers and Brentford have contacted the Toffees to sign the 27-year-old as he enters the final year of his contract.
Newcastle were expected to lead the race but then pulled out of the deal due to Everton’s £37m asking price, leaving the door open for Julen Lopetegui to get his man.
West Ham United move to sign Dominic Calvert-Lewin The striker position at the London Stadium is almost certain to change this summer as Lopetegui looks to make his mark on the team.
Michail Antonio is wanted by clubs in MLS and Saudi Arabia [Athletic, May 15], and Danny Ings is a target for Southampton [talkSPORT, May 28], making their futures at Club is uncertain.
A number of strikers have also been linked with moves to east London, including Callum Wilson [Chronicle Live, June 22], Jonathan David [iNews, June 19] and Youssef En-Nesyri [Fichajes, June May 22].
Calvert-Lewin is in similar form to those who have a very strong following, he has good mobility and good finishing, but his record is not good and his injury record is worth mentioning fear.
However, Carlo Ancelotti is a huge fan and that is reason enough to consider a deal.
If the club are serious about signing him, they would need to negotiate down to the asking price to minimize the risk, but it is certainly a deal worth watching.
