Virals: West Ham named among suitors for Liverpool ace Nat Phillips

West Ham have once again been named among the clubs keen on signing Liverpool defender Nat Phillips.

The Hammers are expected to make a late move for a centre-back as David Moyes attempts to find cover for a sidelined Angelo Ogbonna.

Phillips has been perennially linked with a move to the London Stadium and it would appear that the interest hasn’t yet subsided.

According to a report from The Independent, as cited by West Ham Fan Zone on Twitter, the Irons could still make a swoop for the 24-year-old.

Nat Phillips looks certain to leave Liverpool in the final few days of the transfer window, with West Ham firm favourites for his signature.

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— West Ham Fan Zone (@WHUFCFZ) January 27, 2022

The report claims that both Newcastle United and Watford are also considering the Englishman as they attempt to stave off the threat of relegation.

This season Phillips – who was hailed as ‘absolutely insane’ by Jurgen Klopp last season – has made four appearances across all competitions.

With links to the likes of Marseille ace Duje Caleta-Car and Schalke youngster Malick Thiaw circulating, it seems the pursuit of a defender could go on up until deadline day.

However, in terms of a readymade Premier League operator, neither of those other contenders can compare to the Liverpool man.

Albeit only a short exposure to the elite level and a prompt return to a watching brief has followed, the £7.2million valued Phillips was sensational last season and would no doubt slot seamlessly into Moyes’ plans.