Taiwo Awoniyi on West Ham United radar?

West Ham United have reportedly begun negotiations to sign Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi from Nottingham Forest during the winter transfer window.

Renowned journalist Florian Plettenberg has revealed that the Hammers are eyeing the 27-year-old to bolster their attacking options amid injury woes.

Awoniyi’s Struggles at Nottingham Forest

Awoniyi was a key figure for Nottingham Forest throughout 2023, playing a pivotal role in securing crucial points. However, an untimely injury has disrupted his momentum, pushing him down the pecking order. With Chris Wood emerging as Forest’s top scorer this season, Awoniyi has been relegated to a backup role. He has managed only one goal in 500 minutes across 18 appearances in all competitions this season.

Why West Ham Want Awoniyi

West Ham’s pursuit of Awoniyi comes as no surprise. The Hammers are grappling with the absence of Michail Antonio and Niclas Fullkrug due to long-term injuries. Currently, Danny Ings is the sole first-team striker available, leaving manager Graham Potter in urgent need of reinforcements.

Awoniyi’s Premier League experience and proven potential make him a strong candidate for West Ham. The Nigerian international could thrive with regular game time at the London Stadium, offering the East London outfit much-needed depth and versatility in attack.

With talks underway, it remains to be seen if West Ham can secure Awoniyi’s signature before the transfer window closes.

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