But with the striker only just recovered from injury and making tentative steps to full fitness it would come as a surprise if the Irons were ready to let the player leave at this stage.
Andy Carroll is still sidelined leaving them with only Javier Hernandez as their only fully fit front man.
Sakho has looked relatively sharp since his return and looks booked for more game time at Cheltenham this evening than against either Manchester United or Southampton.
Lazio are reported to have contacted the Hammers registering their interest while Ligue 1 side Bordeaux are keen on taking the player back to France.
Lazio have Europa League football to offer, so could hold an advantage over Bordeaux although it’s doubtful the Hammers would want to trade at this stage.