West Ham are being linked with a shock swoop to sign Ross Barkley.
Chelsea journalist Simon Phillips claims that the attacking midfielder, who came up through the ranks at Everton, is wanted by a clutch of clubs ahead of the transfer deadline. 
Celtic are reported to have made an offer to sign him permanently but there is also reportedly interest from the Irons, as well as Brighton, Newcastle, Aston Villa and his old club Everton.
The attacking midfielder is said to be likely to leave the club this summer but we’d be very surprised if he did end up moving to the Hammers.
Of course, the Irons would like to sign a new attacking midfielder this summer after missing out on Jesse Lingard but Barkley has struggled for form in recent seasons.
He played just 14 times in all competitions for Chelsea last season and also struggled on loan at Aston Villa, where he contributed a combined four goals and assists in 24 games the season prior.
Not for me he has always flattered rather than delivered and seems a bit of a sick note looking for a large pay cheque.
Maybe it’s just me but I would be the opposite of surprised if Barkley ended up at West Ham. What surprises me is that it’s taken so long to get round to him! 🙄
There’s obviously the David Moyes/Everton connection, so you would expect David Moyes to know what he’s getting, but beyond that is the fact that Barkley has attracted some bad publicity, and Chelsea want to get him off their books, that may be reflected in the price that Chelsea ask – and if there’s one thing that West Ham’s owners like, it’s a bargain! 😉
I would have thought the likelihood of him coming to us is pretty high! 😉
Let’s be honest he is crap , move on !