Reliable club insider ExWHUemployee unveils the latest developments on West Ham United’s ambitious talks to secure an “exciting” attacker for David Moyes in the ongoing January transfer window.

With West Ham aiming to bolster their squad following key player injuries, including setbacks for Michail Antonio and Lucas Paqueta, the club has entered an active phase in the transfer market. While Jarrod Bowen’s potential return provides a glimmer of hope, the absence of Mohammed Kudus at AFCON highlights the team’s depth concerns.

The potential departure of Said Benrahma amid Ligue 1 interest has further prompted Moyes to express the club’s desire for new signings. Moyes acknowledges the club’s intent to make additions, opening up the possibility of fresh faces joining before the transfer deadline.

Reports suggest West Ham’s talks with Manchester City’s outcast Kalvin Phillips and negotiations over Arsenal’s Emile Smith Rowe, both seeking more playing time, are underway. ExWHUemployee sheds light on the challenges in the pursuit of Smith Rowe, revealing roadblocks in discussions.

While talks have commenced with Smith Rowe’s agent, indications suggest that neither the player nor Arsenal are enthusiastic about a loan deal. The player’s preference to stay and fight for a place at Arsenal, coupled with Arsenal’s reluctance to let him leave, creates hurdles in West Ham’s pursuit.

Despite Smith Rowe’s limited playing time under Arteta this season, the promise of increased action at West Ham is yet to sway the 23-year-old. The midfielder, previously hailed as an “exciting” talent by Sky pundit Jamie Carragher, faces a pivotal decision amid West Ham’s determined efforts to secure his services.