West Ham remain interested in long-term target Yacine Brahimi, according to reports from Algeria.
Algerian media outlet L’Expression report that Everton, Newcastle United and West Ham are all interested in signing Brahimi on a free in the summer.
West Ham came close to signing the FC Porto winger last summer but that move fell through.
Now they are lining up a swoop for Brahimi on a free transfer when his Porto contract expires at the end of this season.
West Ham’s interest in Yacine Brahimi
West Ham’s interest in Brahimi dates back to last summer when he was one of four Portugal-based players lined up, according to Sky Sports News.
But another Sky Sports News report revealed that personal terms were the stumbling block which prevented the move.
Portuguese media outlet Zero Zero claim that Brahimi has a €60m release clause, which is a figure north of £50m.
Given his release clause, Brahimi becoming available on a free transfer could prove to be shrewd business.
Who is Yacine Brahimi?
Brahimi is a highly rated winger who has been at Porto since his 2014 move from Granada.
The 29-year-old has played nearly 200 games for the Portuguese heavyweights, scoring more than 50 goals. This season, Brahimi has netted 10 times and picked up three assists in 33 matches.
West Ham are set to relaunch their interest in the 39-cap Algeria international but face competition from Everton and Newcastle.
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