West Ham have reportedly made a ‘firm’ offer to sign Barcelona forward Martin Braithwaite.
The Hammers have seemingly been perennially linked with the experienced Danish striker and could be finally nearing a move.
Having so far failed to secure suitable support for Michail Antonio and with the new Premier League season only days away, time is running out for David Moyes to replenish the squad.
According to a report from Spanish publication Sport, as cited by The Danish Post on Twitter, the Irons have made a concrete attempt to sign the 30-year-old.
Twitter: West Ham make ‘firm’ Martin Braithwaite bid – report | Headlines : Breaking news Denmark https://t.co/wBkNGwg9iA (@PostDenmark)
Capped on 56 occasions by Denmark, Braithwaite was superb for the nation during the recent European Championships.
Last season the frontman made 40 appearances for the Catalan giants, scoring seven and assisting four goals across all competitions.
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Signing a striker before the end of the transfer window has to be viewed as essential having failed to do so in January.
Albeit predominantly a centre-forward, the Dane can offer additional versatility by playing on either wing as well as behind a central striker.
Valued at £8.1million and under contract until 2024 at the Camp Nou (Transfermarkt), a deal for the mooted £12.7million would represent impressive value.
