Leroy meets Defoe and gives view on an Irons ‘move’
He cannot see a reason for Sunderland allowing him to leave but admits: “When these things start they are sometimes impossible to stop.
“Once the agents become involved anything can happen and sometimes have a habit of wanting to get away from the north east for London particularly if that’s home!”
Leroy explained that a possible move was never discussed by himself and the player but admitted that if the Hammers could make it happen it would be a great short term move for the club.
He said: “In the summer they will be thinking longer term but at the moment a deal until the end of the season and another year looks a sound idea.
“I got on well with Jermain very well. He was with us at the Premier League offices for the afternoon and he’s a very bright and affable bloke – he’s be great for the dressing room at the London Stadium.
“He’s one of the most natural goalscorers in the British game and would be a huge asset for the club. Ok whatever the Irons would pay becomes dead money but it would be worth it if they can make it happen.”
Leroy Rosenior is ClaretandHugh’s top pundit and chief analyst for the Premier League