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West Ham push to close deal with RB Leipzig for striker Silva

Silva could be heading to West Ham
Silva could be heading to West HamČTK / imago sportfotodienst / Christian Schroedter
West Ham are advancing in negotiations with RB Leipzig for striker Andre Silva as the Hammers try to bolster their forward line.

The Portugal international has been on their radar before, and discussions are now moving forward for a loan until the season's end. 

Despite not being prolific at Leipzig, West Ham urgently need to bolster their squad due to injuries to Niclas Fullkrug, Michail Antonio, and Jarrod Bowen

Per The Mail, West Ham previously attempted to sign Jhon Duran from Aston Villa and inquired about a loan for Manchester United's Marcus Rashford

Silva's recent form
Silva's recent formFlashscore

Marseille forward Elye Wahi was another option, but he is close to joining Eintracht Frankfurt as a replacement for Omar Marmoush, who has joined Manchester City

Further talks between West Ham and Leipzig are scheduled over the next 24 hours, with Bundesliga clubs also showing interest in Silva.