Virals: West Ham 'interested' in Torino defender Ola Aina

West Ham are reportedly among the clubs ‘interested’ in Torino defender Ola Aina. 

The 25-year-old is a product of the Chelsea academy and has since enjoyed spells at Fulham and Hull City before arriving in Italy. 

Now the versatile ex-England youth international is being linked with another move as the Hammers, Crystal Palace and Lille show an interest. 

That’s according to a report from AllNigeriaSoccer, as cited on Twitter, claiming that the European trio are keen on Aina. 

West Ham, Crystal Palace, Lille interested in Chelsea-reared defender Ola Aina :: All Nigeria Soccer – The Complete Nigerian Football Portal https://t.co/Zvff7Uo5H8

— AllNigeriaSoccer (@Editor_ANS) February 15, 2022

The report states that the Serie A club are ‘willing to listen to offers’ for the 21-cap senior Nigeria international who was also pursued by Leeds United previously. 

This season Aina – described as ‘quality’ by Ivan Juric – has made 18 appearances across all competitions. 

Valued at £4.95million and heading towards the final 12 months of a contract (Transfemarkt), signing the London-born ace in the summer would be an affordable option. 

Capable of playing across the entire defence and in more advanced wing roles, Aina would be a superb addition to David Moyes’ squad – particularly having made 31 Premier League outings in 2020/21. 

Albeit perhaps not a player of the elite level the Irons’ should be pursuing, the Nigerian’s ability to supplement numerous positions is of benefit to almost any squad in world football.