Vlasic deal closing in

Nikola Vlasic is closing in on a West Ham exit.

The Hammer has been on loan at Torino for the entirety of this season and a purchase clause has been included in the deal.

That is £12.7m and the Serie A club have been trying to lower the fee in recent weeks.

However, it now appears that he is finally closing in on a move to Italy, with the two clubs locked in talks over the final fee that will be paid for Vlasic.

It remains to be seen if it will actually be £12.7m but Torino are said to be very keen on bringing him into the club.

They admire his tactical flexibility, and believe that he can make an impact in Italy for seasons to come.

During his time with the Hammers, meanwhile, he has been genuinely awful and only managed to score one goal for the club at the London Stadium.