West Ham in talks for their next signing after Edvin Austbo with announcement due
West Ham United already have their next signing in sight after Edvin Austbo.
The Hammers are expected to complete a deal for the Viking FK winger soon.
Nuno Espirito Santo's team won't stop just there as they look to navigate the Championship after an underwhelming start to the season.
Nottingham Forest centre-back Morato has emerged as a target to strengthen the defensive line at London Stadium.
With Jean-Clair Todibo on his way out, the East London club are in desperate need of adding more experience to their backline.
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West Ham transfer latest on Edvin Austbo and Morato
West Ham will pay around £10million for Austbo, with an official announcement imminent.
According to ExWHUEmployee on The West Ham Way, the 21-year-old Norwegian winger's signing will be made official today.
Austbo is expected to wear the number 35 shirt at London Stadium.
The Hammers are also in talks with Forest over a deal for Morato.
With the Brazilian defender's loan deal to Roma stalling, the Irons have emerged as contenders to sign him.
For now, a straight loan deal and one with an obligation to buy have been discussed for the 25-year-old, which is holding up a transfer.
What Nuno most desperately needs at London Stadium
While defensive additions should undoubtedly be a priority for West Ham, they have glaring issues in the engine room.
Aaron Wan-Bissaka and El Hadji Malick Diouf's sales, followed by Todibo's imminent departure, have drastically reduced Nuno's options at the back.
However, the midfield is where the Hammers seem to be losing the battle in their recent Championship matches.
Arne Engels has struggled to make an impact in E20 so far, while there are expected to be several departures from the engine room.
The Irons seem devoid of creativity in the middle of the park and they should address that issue before the transfer deadline.