Former Premier League striker Gabby Agbonlahor has urged West Ham to sign Liverpool striker Divock Origi before the transfer window closes.
The Hammers have been linked with the 26-year-old previously and could be tempted by a reported recent slash in asking price from £20million to £15million.
Origi has been a regular feature in Jurgen Klopp’s plans over recent seasons, albeit more often than not as an impact substitute from the bench.
Speaking to Football Insider, Agbonlahor has implored the Irons to make the Belgian their much-needed striker recruit.
I think he’s exactly what they need. They are desperate for another striker. They only have Antonio, and he gets quite a few injuries. Someone like Origi can be the perfect backup. You can bring him on in a game or you can start him if Antonio gets injured. He is a threat, definitely. Is he the striker that is going to fire you into the top six next season? Maybe not. But for £13m, you don’t know what West Ham’s budget is. So it could be really good business. He’ll do a good job for them. He’s not gonna moan about being on the bench so it suits both the player and the club.
Overall Origi has amassed 58 club career goals in 282 appearances across spells with the Reds, Lille and a loan stint at Wolfsburg.
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Capped on 29 occasions by Belgium, the £10.8million valued (Transfermarkt) ace was once highly regarded as a potential star for both club and country.
However, two seasons rather in the wilderness at Anfield has seen the forward’s stock somewhat stall and a change could be the perfect antidote.
West Ham are certainly in dire need of attacking additions and for the mooted fees could do a lot worse than attempting to recapture Origi’s best form in east London.
