Under-pressure West Ham boss David Moyes has admitted he turned down the chance to sign World Cup winner Julian Alvarez three years ago.
Alvarez starred for Argentina as they won the tournament for the first time since 1986 last month, scoring twice in their semi-final win over Croatia. The striker joined Manchester City ahead of this season after coming through the ranks at River Plate.
But long before he was spotted by City's recruitment team, a newly-hired scout at West Ham recommended him to Hammers boss Moyes. Despite that recommendation though, Moyes has revealed he opted against making a move for the striker.
