West Ham will reportedly sit down with Issa Diop’s representatives next week to discuss the defender’s immediate future.
According to Sky Sports, cited by the Daily Mail, the Hammers are willing to offer the Frenchman a pay rise in order to keep him at the London Stadium next season.
Manchester United have shown a real interest in the 22-year-old after a series of consistent displays last season, with the Red Devils reportedly willing to offer the Hammers £45 million and a player in an attempt to convince West Ham to sell.
However, West Ham now look set to make their move in persuading Diop to remain in London by offering him a lucrative new deal.
Diop, who is currently under contract with West Ham until 2023, was a key member of Manuel Pellegrini’s side last season as the Hammers finished in the top half with a final day victory against Watford.
If discussions go well next week, the Hammers may well see the youngster pen a new deal, which would ultimately end the Red Devils’ interest.
