Troy Parrott 'on his way out' as West Ham United respond to first rejected bid already
West Ham United are pushing to sign AZ Alkmaar striker Troy Parrott during this transfer window.
The Republic of Ireland international has been linked with a move to the Hammers amid Nuno Espirito Santo's search for a new striker.
In the 2025-26 campaign, the centre-forward scored 16 goals in 28 Eredivisie appearances.
AZ has already rejected an offer from the London Stadium for Parrott, but that hasn't deterred hopes in E20.
The 24-year-old has emerged as a concrete option to bolster the East London club's attack.
Taty Castellanos has impressed during pre-season, but the Argentine forward may have a new strike partner soon.
How serious are West Ham about Troy Parrott?
West Ham had recently bid around £15million for Parrott as they look to beat competition for his signing.
It looks like the Hammers haven't been able to match AZ's valuation, with RB Leipzig also in the mix.
According to Voetbal International journalist Joost Blaauwhof on 10 August, Parrott is "on his way out" of the Eredivisie club.
While the Dutch side have rejected the Hammers' proposal, they're ready to come back with another one, which would surely make headlines.
The former Tottenham Hotspur striker has emerged as the "absolute top target" for the Irons ahead of deadline day.
Parrott's situation will be one to keep an eye on in E20 as the East London club pursue a move.
Nuno Esporito Santo's attacking options assessed at London Stadium
West Ham fans are delighted that Jarrod Bowen has opted to stay at the club despite relegation to the Championship.
The Hammers should be considered favourites to win immediate promotion to the Premier League considering the quality in their squad.
Nuno still can't be too confident about his team's prospects, with several evident issues in the squad.
The future of several defenders remains uncertain, while Niclas Fullkrug surely doesn't have a future at London Stadium, just like Maxwel Cornet.
Keiber Lamadrid and Pablo have failed to convince many fans since their moves to the Irons.
Castellanos will surely need someone to shoulder the goalscoring burden with him in E20 next season and Parrott would add much-needed quality to their attack.