Wayne Veysey

Tue 16 July 2024 8:45, UK

West Ham have opened preliminary talks over a deal for Arsenal winger Reiss Nelson, sources have told Football Insider.

The Gunners are expected to cash in on the 24-year-old this summer despite him having been at the club since he was nine.

The Irons have made enquiries about him, and early discussions have been held regarding a potential transfer.

Football Insider previously reported Arsenal could accept a £25million offer for Nelson after Brighton have shown an interest in securing his signature.

The winger has fallen down the pecking order at the Emirates Stadium, featuring only 15 times in the Premier League last season.

Nelson Is under a lengthy contract at Arsenal, with his current deal not expiring until 2027.

West Ham could utilise Nelson to bolster their attacking options

Last season, only Man United and Crystal Palace scored fewer goals than West Ham in the top half of the Premier League table.

The club is looking to address that this summer, with the team expected to be playing a more attacking style next season under new boss Julen Lopetegui.

Nelson has managed four goals and two assists across 49 appearances in the Premier League, while he thrived on loan at Hoffenheim in the Bundesliga earlier in his career.

Nelson isn’t the only attacker that the Irons are aiming to sign this summer either, as Football Insider revealed they have made an enquiry about Dominic Calvert-Lewin.

West Ham are in the market for a new centre-forward, and the Everton striker is among multiple options being considered.

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