Bees name their Watkins price as Hammers wait

Ollie Watkins could become a target should Moyes raise the cash

West Ham strongly fancy Brentford striker Ollie Watkins but David Moyes is determined to bring in defensive reinforcements before looking up front.

We have learned that the Bees have placed a £20 million price tag on the Torquay born 24 year old found the net 26 times in 50 appearances last season.

And whilst the Irons are keen to get involved in a chase for the player the likelihood is that he will prove beyond their financial resources.

Davin Moyes has made it crystal clear that his major priority is at the back and that an cash raised from the sales of such as Albian Ajeti, Jordan Hugill and others on his potential exit list will first be spent in that area.

Watkins remains one of the hot properties for Premier League clubs this season with Southampton and newcastle believed to be among the interested club.

We understand however ehe Hammers could get involved were they to sell such as Manuel Lanzini or Felipe Anderson.