West Ham could be alerted to the news Flamengo striker Gabriel Barbosa reportedly wants to make a return to Europe.
The former Inter Milan ace has previously been linked with a move to the Hammers before opting to stay in his native Brazil.
However, according to a report from 90min, as cited by Football Talks & Updates on Twitter, Barbosa is now open to a move to the Premier League.
The report claims that the 17-cap Brazil international’s stance has brought about interest from Arsenal and Newcastle United.
During the 2020/21 campaign, Barbosa – known as Gabigol – scored 29 times and provided nine assists in 41 appearances across all competitions.
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Valued at £22.1million and under contract in Brazil until 2024 (Transfermarkt), Flamengo will reportedly consider bids in excess of £30million for their 25-year-old.
Despite struggling to make the grade in Milan, Barbosa has amassed an impressive 129 goals in 262 professional career outings.
David Moyes is certainly in need of an additional attacking weapon to support Michail Antonio and adding the prolific star would provide a huge mid-season squad boost.
Barbosa is the second Brazilian frontman to be linked with filling the striker void in East London after Arthur Cabral was tipped to make the move this week.
