West Ham winger Andriy Yarmolenko is believed to be a transfer target for Turkish giants Fenerbahce this summer.
The Hammers could be open to selling the 31-year-old Ukraine international as David Moyes attempts to revamp the squad at the London Stadium ahead of 2021/22.
In the final 12 months of a contract at the London Stadium, this summer represents the final opportunity to recoup any of the £17.5million (Sky Sports) expenditure in 2018.
According to a report from Turkish outlet Sabah, as cited by HM SPORTS on Twitter, the Irons could well get their wish.
Twitter: Andriy Yarmolenko için bekleyiş devam ediyor oyuncunun menajeri ile görüşmeler de sona gelindi
#Transfer… https://t.co/ZMk2AJchD5 (@HmSporst)
Albeit the interest certainly exists, both the report and the Tweet cite difficulty in striking a deal due to the wages and finances involved in taking the 99-cap star to Turkey.
Previously hailed as ‘really special’ by Declan Rice, the left-footed ace enjoyed a superb European Championships and could have put himself in the shop window despite a difficult time domestically.
Last season Yarmolenko only managed one goal and two assists in 21 appearances across all competitions for Moyes’ side.
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Valued at £3.6million (Transfermarkt), the Irons hierarchy would likely see the opportunity to free up part of the wage bill and a squad space as opposed to any worthwhile incoming fee.
Allowing Yarmolenko to leave and perhaps replacing the Ukrainian with a younger, hungrier version would be a smart move from Moyes as West Ham prepare to venture into Europe next season.
