Irons linked with Celtic striker
The strker is reportedly a target for a number of Premier League sides, after falling out of favour under new manager Ronny Deila.
According to Goal.com the Hammers have joined his former club Sunderland, and Queens Park Ranger in pursuing the player.
Aston Villa, West Bromwich Albion, Norwich City, Fulham and Derby County are also said to be among the teams assessing Stokes’s situation.
The 26-year-old scored 21 goals in 2013-14 are sure to have a number of clubs interested in his services if he does indeed opt to return to English football.