LATEST:West Ham fans would be loath to lose their key player in successive seasons, but a move for the £43m-midfielder seems like a sensible plan..

West Ham United is currently keeping tabs on a captain from the Premier League, aiming to sustain their impressive spending streak from the summer. Last summer, the collaboration between David Moyes and Tim Steidten proved fruitful, effectively utilizing the funds from Declan Rice’s transfer.

James Ward-Prowse has become a pivotal member of the squad, alongside Konstantinos Mavropanos, who frequently features in Moyes’ strongest lineup. This suggests the potential for another successful summer for the club, although the decision regarding Kalvin Phillips is still pending.

Apart from bolstering the striker position, West Ham’s squad appears relatively solid, although adding a couple of new defenders could enhance their setup. Nonetheless, there’s an enticing opportunity on the horizon, as talkSPORT reports West Ham’s potential interest in Morgan Gibbs-White, the Forest captain.

Forest might be compelled to sell a star player soon to address financial concerns and prevent another breach of profit and sustainability regulations, potentially making their captain a viable option. Gibbs-White is among the candidates to replace Lucas Paqueta, who is targeted by Manchester City.

While losing a key player in consecutive seasons would be undesirable for West Ham fans, acquiring the £43 million midfielder could be a sensible move. Gibbs-White showcased his talent in Forest’s recent victory over West Ham, demonstrating his potential for further improvement.

Considering Moyes remains in charge, seamlessly integrating Gibbs-White into the team should be feasible, adding to the leadership dynamics. However, a current West Ham player has acknowledged his frequent bookings this season, indicating room for improvement in discipline.