Hammers want Brazlian Jean

According to the Brentwood Gazette West Ham, along with Everton and Aston Villa, are plotting a move to bring Brazil international midfielder Jean to the Premier League.

The 29-year-old has been capped six times by Brazil and has impressed in his native land with Fluminense, sparking interest from the English trio.

The holding midfielder by trade, Jean, whose full name is Jean Raphael Vanderlei Moreira, offers versatility and is also able to play at full-back. He has made 82 appearances for Fluminense since joining in 2013, scoring six goals.