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title: "West Ham Backed To Sign Mirallas"
canonical: "https://readwestham.com/2015/07/10/west-ham-backed-to-sign-belgian-star-forward/"
type: "post"
language: "en-GB"
author: "Michael Oliver"
section: "West Ham News"
published: "2015-07-10T20:09:43Z"
modified: "2015-07-11T20:13:44Z"
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# West Ham Backed To Sign Mirallas

West Ham today have been backed into 2/1 to sign Belgian international forward Kevin Mirallas this summer.

The Everton forward was actually [linked with a move to East London towards the back end of last season](https://readwestham.com/2015/04/07/west-ham-chasing-tottenham-target-everton-kevin-mirallas/) as he was under intense scrutiny from the media and Toffee fanbase following a string of underwhelming performances in the league.

The 27-year-old actually stated during last season that he would be interested in embarking on a “new challenge” next season, with the Mirror reporting that the Hammers are keen, but he has been linked with a move to another London club.

Mauricio Pochettino is believed to be an admirer of the versatile forward, who can play on either wing or as a secondary striker, and is interested in agreeing a deal for the player to come and join Tottenham.

Spurs are looking into sending England international Aaron Leenon to Goodison Park on a permanent basis as part of the deal following his loan spell at the club during last season.