‘Have learned’ - Journalist says West Ham could now make a ‘dramatic late move’ before deadline

As per 90min reporter Toby Cudworth, writing on his personal Twitter account, some major transfer news has come out of West Ham involving Leeds United star Raphinha.

David Moyes has just a few short days to land his preferred transfer targets and give West Ham a much better chance of qualifying for the Champions League next season.

The Scotsman’s side fight on far more fronts compared to 2020/2021 as they remain in contention for a shot at Europa League glory as well as having to contend with FA Cup matches.

Head of recruitment Rob Newman, as a result, is reportedly seeking a new centre-half and forward for Moyes as January draws to a close.

The Irons are currently in talks for both defender Duje Caleta-Car of Marseille and striker Hugo Ekitike of Reims, but in a surprise development, it appears West Ham have another big name on their list.

Taking to social media, 90min correspondent Cudworth has claimed that Newman and Moyes could make a ‘dramatic late move’ for Leeds star Raphinha.

“WHUFC could make a dramatic late move for Leeds winger Raphinha,” he stated.

“Will take a substantial offer for LUFC to entertain any kind of deal but have learned that West Ham are interested & may test their resolve.”

Signing Raphinha would be a major statement of intent on part of West Ham and could certainly come as an upgraded attacking midfield alternative to long-term target Jesse Lingard.

Compared to West Ham’s current squad, the Elland Road star is seemingly superior in every attacking sense imaginable.

According to WhoScored, Raphinha has averaged a brilliant 3.1 shots, 2.1 key passes and 2.4 completed dribbles in the Premier League this season – far more than any man at Moyes’ disposal.

Able to operate as a playmaker, on the