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Hammers chase Man United starlet

Hammers chase Man United starlet by Gonzo

West Ham are believed to be chasing Manchester United starlet Amad Diallo according to numerous news reports. It is understood that the Hammers would initially like to take the player on loan but have not ruled out a permanent move.

The Red devils signed 20-year-old 2021 for £19m after he attracted interest following his performances for Atalanta.

The Ivorian was initially loaned out to Rangers in the SPL 18 months ago and played 13 games.

However it was his loan move to Sunderland last summer where he really stood out. Diallo featured in almost all of the North East sides fixtures and impressed with 14 goals.

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It is understood that there are no plans for him to feature at Old Trafford next season. Erik ten Hag is believed to be an admirer of the player but is open to him leaving on loan.

Whilst Sunderland would dearly love retain Diallo, the player himself would like Premier League football. This has evidently alerted the Hammers who are in need on reinforcements in wide areas.

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Kris Gonzo (commonly known to the West Ham community as Gonzo) is the co-founder of Hammers Chat (established 2014) and the lead video content creator and columnist for Claret and Hugh.

With over a decade of professional sports media experience, he is a frequent West Ham United analyst and contributor for Sky Sports News, BBC Football Focus, and BBC Radio 5 Live. He previously served as an official video and content creator for West Ham United FC during the club's tenure at Upton Park and featured in the official documentary commemorating the historic final game at the Boleyn Ground.

A lifelong Hammer since the legendary 10-0 victory over Bury, when he isn't providing daily match analysis on the Hammers Chat YouTube Channel or broadcasting on X (@GONZObignose), he can be found walking his dog and restoring classic pinball machines.