Sakho saga takes new twist

West Ham will only listen to offer for Diafra Sakho should they start at around the £15 million mark.

And with the club also being ready to allow Enner Valencia to move on they could be looking for two strikers this summer rather than the one.

Sakho is highly regarded by Slaven Bilic but the manager is aware of possible offers and could allow the Senegal striker to move on if the bidding starts at £15 milion.

Thus far contact has only been made through agents but it would be no surprise were one or two to take on real substance over the summer.

There have been no ‘firm’ inquiries for any Hammers player according to ClaretandHugh sources but bids will also be entertained for Valencia.

We were told: “Nobody will leave until we have what we consider better replacements but it’s realistic to assume that the pack will be shaken up this summer.”

David Sullivan admitted on the official club site yesterday: “We’re working 24 hours a day, seven days a week and with five bids in for players at the moment, we are hopeful that we can bring you some exciting news soon.”