West Ham are one of the five Premier League clubs to have shown interest in signing AS Roma striker Tammy Abraham this summer.
According to a report from Corriere dello Sport (15 June), Roma are “hoping” that West Ham (and others) will make the first move to sign the former Chelsea striker, who will be allowed to leave the club if the right offer comes along.
Everton, Leicester City, Tottenham and Aston Villa are the other Premier League clubs vying for his signature.
Gazzetta dello Sport reported on 11 June that West Ham are leading the race to sign the 26-year-old striker. Roma have set an asking price of around €30 million [£25.3m], but the Giallorossi could reduce that price to €22m [£18.6] for Abraham, who is almost certain to leave.
As of now, the Hammers or any other Premier League club have not launched a bid to sign the England striker, but the Serie A club is expecting a formal offer shortly.
Should West Ham move for Tammy Abraham?
The Hammers need to sign a striker this summer. They have already signed Brazilian youngster Luis Guilherme but more quality addition is needed upfront.
Julen Lopetegui is known for playing an attacking brand of football, and he will stress the importance of having a deadly finisher upfront. Michail Antonio is approaching the fag end of his career and his contract may not be renewed.
At the same time, Lopetegui may see Jarrod Bowen primarily as a winger. Abraham has plenty of Premier League experience and he is approaching the prime years of his career.
He has unfinished business in the Premier League and is keen to prove a point. He scored 27 goals in his first season in Italy but has struggled with fitness and form in the last two seasons.
With Roma willing to sell the striker, West Ham can negotiate a deal and further lower the asking price.
