West Ham will reportedly ‘push ahead’ with a move for Liverpool central defender Nat Phillips in January.
The Hammers have been extensively linked with the 24-year-old in recent weeks following long-term injuries suffered by Kurt Zouma and Angelo Ogbonna.
Phillips came to the rescue last season as Jurgen Klopp’s squad suffered from its own major injury crisis.
According to a fresh report from The Evening Standard, as cited by Anfield Watch on Twitter, the Irons will make a swoop next month.
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The report claims that Liverpool will ‘hold out’ for a £10million asking price for the ace who fractured a cheekbone against AC Milan recently.
So far this season the Englishman – described as ‘unbelievable’ by Jamie Redknapp – has made four appearances across all competitions.
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Valued at £7.2million and under contract until 2025 (Transfermarkt), paying £10million for Phillips would represent superb value for money.
Already accustomed to stepping into the breach when needed, the Bolton-born defender looks purpose-built to fill the void at the London Stadium.
Strong in the air and with an uncomplicated approach to defending, David Moyes’ admiration of Phillips is hugely understandable.
