West Ham have once again been named among the clubs keen on signing Liverpool defender Nat Phillips.
The Hammers are expected to make a late move for a centre-back as David Moyes attempts to find cover for a sidelined Angelo Ogbonna.
Phillips has been perennially linked with a move to the London Stadium and it would appear that the interest hasn’t yet subsided.
According to a report from The Independent, as cited by West Ham Fan Zone on Twitter, the Irons could still make a swoop for the 24-year-old.
Nat Phillips looks certain to leave Liverpool in the final few days of the transfer window, with West Ham firm favourites for his signature.
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— West Ham Fan Zone (@WHUFCFZ) January 27, 2022
The report claims that both Newcastle United and Watford are also considering the Englishman as they attempt to stave off the threat of relegation.
This season Phillips – who was hailed as ‘absolutely insane’ by Jurgen Klopp last season – has made four appearances across all competitions.
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With links to the likes of Marseille ace Duje Caleta-Car and Schalke youngster Malick Thiaw circulating, it seems the pursuit of a defender could go on up until deadline day.
However, in terms of a readymade Premier League operator, neither of those other contenders can compare to the Liverpool man.
Albeit only a short exposure to the elite level and a prompt return to a watching brief has followed, the £7.2million valued Phillips was sensational last season and would no doubt slot seamlessly into Moyes’ plans.
