West Ham are "targeting" three current Celtic players, according to a new report.
The Hammers have had a slow start to the transfer window and haven't made any formal bids for their primary target.
As a result, recruitment director Nils Koppen is now looking at the Scottish market for potential signings. According to Claret & Hugh, West Ham are tracking three players from Brendan Rodgers' squad, although no offers have been made yet.
The players' identities remain undisclosed, but it is understood that one of the players is Japanese.
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Per the report. creativity is a key priority for the London club, and Koppen is using his knowledge of Scottish football to assess viable additions from Celtic.
West Ham's approach suggests the groundwork is still ongoing, with the club considering whether to pursue one or multiple deals.
After early inactivity, their transfer strategy now appears to be gathering momentum, as the club looks to return to the Premier League at the first time of asking